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Pedialyte: Avoiding Diarrhea-Related Dehydration
or vomiting and diarrhea, it is important to replace lost fluids. The following recipe can be used by all ages.

HOME-MADE ORAL REHYDRATION SOLUTION

  • 1 quart (32 ounces) or 1 liter of clean water
  • 1/2 teaspoon (small spoon) salt
  • 2 tablespoons (big spoon) sugar
  • Mix well. DO NOT HEAT OR BOIL

Many children will drink this solution without flavorings. If your child is refusing rehydration solution, you can try adding a pinch of NutraSweet, or sugar-free drink mix (any brand), or sugar-free Jello mix. Just make sure that the drink mix is sugar-free.



 
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