If you are an Internet user, there are some wonderful articles on health tips for older adults. we were especially interested in the information found on this site:
http://www.finewaters.com/Good hydration.asp concerning health problems in older adults that are a result of not drinking enough water.
Experts agree that older adults don't feel thirsty as after a s younger people. Of older people only drink when they are thirsty, they do not get enough fluids. We need to encourage older adults to drink, even when they are not thirsty. Constipation is one side effect for older people who do not drink enough water.
Here are some tips to help older adults -- and the rest of us as well -- keep hydrated:
- Drink plenty of water and juice at meals and between.
- Avoid coffee, tea, and sodas with caffeine.
- Have more soups at meals.
- Replace lost fluids after vomitting or diarrhea.
- Drink plenty of extra fluids after getting even mild exercise.
- Keep informed about medications that might cause water loss.
De-hydration DrinkCombine:
1 liter of boiled water
2 level tablespoon of sugar or honey
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of baking soda (or additional 1/4 teaspoon salt)
1/2 cup orange juice or coconut water or mashed ripe banana (optional)
Before giving the drink taste it and make sure itis no more salty than tears. give a sip evey 5 minutes day and night until the person urinates normally. A large person will require 3 or more liters a day. A small person (or child) needs 1 or more liter a day or 1 glass for a each watery stool.
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Moms (VOL. 5 / Issue 18 / 2008)
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