Bland

Bland Diet

Bland diet (pronunciation: /blænd daɪət/) is a type of diet that includes foods that are soft, not very spicy, and low in fiber. This diet is often recommended for people with certain health conditions, such as peptic ulcer disease, dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and pancreatitis.

Etymology

The term "bland" comes from the Latin word "blandus", which means "mild" or "soothing". The term "diet" comes from the Greek word "diaita", which means "way of life" or "regimen".

Related Terms

Peptic Ulcer Disease: A condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the lining of the stomach or the first part of the small intestine (the duodenum).
Dyspepsia: Also known as indigestion, it's a term that describes discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen.
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): A chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (esophagus).
Pancreatitis: An inflammation of the pancreas, an organ that produces enzymes that help digestion and hormones that help regulate the way your body processes sugar.

Bland Diet Foods

A bland diet typically includes foods such as:

Cooked, canned, or frozen vegetables
Fruit juices and vegetable juices (some people, such as those with GERD, may want to avoid citrus juices)
Breads, crackers, and pasta made with refined white flour
Refined hot cereals, such as oatmeal and cream of wheat
Lean, tender meats, such as poultry, whitefish, and shellfish that are steamed, baked, or grilled with no added fat
Creamy peanut butter
Pudding and custard
Eggs
Tofu
Soup, especially broth
Weak tea

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Bland
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