Recipe for Dehydration

Recipe for dehydration


Dehydration simply means lack of enough water and electrolytes in the body. Dehydration, if left untreated can lead to shock. Prevention of dehydration should be considered of utmost importance. You can use one effective recipe for dehydration treatment. This recipe for dehydration was created by The World Health Organization.

Ingredients:

Table Salt - 3/4 teaspoon

Baking Powder - 1 teaspoon

Sugar - 4 tablespoons

Orange juice - 1 cup

Water - 1 quart/liter


Many special drinks are available for infants and very small children. However, these brands differ in concentration therefore; it is recommended to consult your doctor before using one such brand for your baby.

What is dehydration?

What is dehydration?

The word Dehydration is derived from the Greek word hydro (water)) and the Latin prefix de- (indicating deprivation, removal, and separation). Dehydration occurs when more water and fluids are exiting the body than are entering the body. Water makes up around 70 to 75 percent of the human body and is essential for various bodily functions such as muscular functions, digestion, nerve functions, joint function, healthy skin and removal of waste products. Dehydration occurs due to the loss of fluid from the body that results in an imbalance in important minerals, such as sodium and potassium. The occurrence of dehydration varies from mild, moderate to severe, depending on the amount of water loss.

Dehydration Causes

There are many causes of dehydration depending on the age. Here are some common causes of dehydration:

• Gastroenteritis (through diarrhea and vomiting)
• Fevers (sweating)
• Diabetes (excessive passing of urine)
• Alcohol intake
• Exercise
• Hot environment
• Inadequate fluid intake
• Blood Loss
• Aging
• Health related problems

Also, there are many activities that are responsible for the loss of water from the body such as breathing, sweating and waste removal.

Symptoms of Dehydration

Symptoms of dehydration in mild to moderate dehydration include:

• Dry mouth, eyes and lips
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Decreased urine output
• Muscle weakness

In severe cases, a person may experience:

• Extreme thirst
• Very dry mouth and eyes
• Loss of elasticity in the skin
• Dark colored urine
• Sunken eyes
• Lack of sweating
• Fast heartbeat
• Low blood pressure

If you are suffering from dehydration then try to consume clear fluids such as water, clear broths, frozen water or ice pops, or sports drinks (such as Gatorade). Stay away from drinks containing caffeine such as coffee, tea, and sodas. Underlying causes should also be treated with the appropriate medication such as anti-diarrhea medicines, anti-emetics, and anti-fever medicines etc