It’s not a meal with an attitude problem. If you’ve ever had to care for a sick child — or maybe you’ve been the one curled up on the couch with nausea or diarrhea — you’ve probably heard of the BRAT diet. But what does it really mean, and when is it appropriate to use the BRAT diet?

Senior Clinical Dietitian Christine Siebel answers common questions and shares how it helps to manage common gastrointestinal issues, particularly...