Tag: electrolytes
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Advanced Hydration in Older Adults

Hydration is important throughout our lives. Aging alters our ability to regulate and retain water in our bodies. As we age, our total body water decreases, our thirst decreases, resulting in less desire to hydrate. Due to inadequate hydration, water and nutrient absorption is altered, and our ability to regulate water and sodium levels in…
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10 Foods We Should Eat + 10 Foods We Should NOT Eat When We Have Diarrhea

Diarrhea is the passage of loose stools in increased quantity and frequency. Acute (due to infectious causes) or chronic diarrhea (lasting more than a month) is accompanied by excessive loss of fluids and electrolytes. What foods should we eat when we have diarrhea? The recommended foods are the next: 1. Boiled white rice 2. Noodles…
