Suggest An Effective Oral Rehydration Solution While Suffering From Severe Diarrhea

Posted on Sat, 24 Dec 2016

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Sat, 24 Dec 2016 Answered on

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Question : What type of liquids can I take, other that water, to replace nutrients from diarrhea?

Answered by Dr. Pavan Kumar Gupta (1 hour later)

Brief answer....various options available
Detailed answer....
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have read your query and noted your concern.
There are plenty of options available for you to rehydrate yourself in diarrhoea.
Coconut water
Lemon water with a dash of salt
Sports drink
Tea with honey
Chicken clear broth
Fruit juices
Avoid sugary,caffeinated and alcoholic drinks.
I hope it helps,however you are most welcome to revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar