Which diet avoids spicy foods and encourages gentle options?

• A. Full Liquid Diet
• B. Low Sodium Diet
• C. Bland Diet
• D. Diabetic Diet

Answer: (C)

Minimize irritation to the digestive system by avoiding spicy foods and choosing gentle, easy-to-digest options. That description fits the bland diet, which uses mild flavors, soft textures, and foods that are not harsh on the stomach. It typically excludes strong spices, caffeine, alcohol, citrus, fried or fatty items, and emphasizes plain, low-fiber preparations like boiled or steamed foods. Examples include plain rice or toast, bananas, applesauce, boiled potatoes, and lean, tender proteins like boiled chicken or fish. Other diets address different goals—such as sodium restriction or carbohydrate control—but they don’t specifically prioritize avoiding spice and encouraging gentle textures the way a bland diet does.