ors drink uses - #28131
I am kinda worried 'cause I’ve been feeling super dehydrated lately. I have a 10 year old who had this nasty stomach bug last week, throwing up and all that yucky stuff. The doctor said to use this ORS drink, but honestly, I'm not really sure what ORS drink uses are besides keeping someone from getting all dried out. Like, is it just for when you’re sick or could it be used anytime? I mean, I tried it after I felt off, but, ugh, it was kinda hard to get down. I feel like people should use it more, like when working out or if they’re just sweating a lot but what are the real ORS drink uses? Just got me thinking, do I rely on it too much after the stomach stuff or is it actually good for regular hydration? Another thing, I read it has electrolytes — which I totally get are important, but how exactlly does that work in the body? Ehh, I tried to research but got confused with all those big words. Should I be giving my kid ORS in general, or only when he’s feeling ill? Seriously, just need some clear insights on ORS drink uses, because I can’t keep feeling like this!
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