In the early 20th century , ulcers were thought to be caused by stress and excess stomach acid , and sufferers were told to rest and eat bland food .
在二十世纪初期,人们认为溃疡是由压力和过度的胃酸引起的,告诉患者多休息,多吃清淡食品。
As winter draws in , those around me are suffering from a range of distinctly italian ailments , that make our limited british colds and flus sound as bland as our food .