Question 1

why would an adult need the use of pedialyte? to replace electrolytes? gatorade cheaper and just as valuable in most situations needing electrolytes?

Accepted Answer

Personal preference: Either one is fine, both have electrolytes which are important if you are dehydrated, maybe a bit more sugar in Gatorade.

Question 2

is natural coconut water without additives a good electrolyte replenish in crohn's patients?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The electrolytes and medium chain fatty acids both well absorbed.

Question 3

what is the best way for a type 2 diabetic to replace electrolytes after diarrhea when my legs are sore and  feel like cramping?

Accepted Answer

PutDeLimeInDeCoconut: The standard oral rehydration formula won't work because of your need to restrict sugar intake so get your favorite diet drink and pour 1-1/2qt of it, then add a pinch of table salt,1/2 tsp baking soda and 1 cup of rice milk (or just eat 1-1 1/2 slice bread)--if you have magnesium tablets swallow a couple of those too. Drink twice as much in as is coming out the other end. If you can eat,it's OK

Question 4

is there a way to make a safe pedialyte-type of electrolyte at home for my child?

Accepted Answer

Water, salt, sugar: It is easy to make an oral rehydrating solution at home to be used when your child is throwing up. Take 5 cups of clean water, add 6 teaspoons of sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Initially, give very small, frequent amounts of the liquid to your child, allowing their stomach to get used to having fluid back in it. Wash hands well to avoid spreading the illness.

Question 5

what are electrolytes made of?

Accepted Answer

Electrolytes: An electrolyte is any substance containing free ions that make it electrically conductive. Electrolyte solutions are normally formed when a salt is placed into a solvent such as water.  For example, when table salt, nacl, is placed in water, the salt (a solid) dissolves into its component elements, sodium and chloride. For more info: http://www.News-medical.Net/health/what-is-an-electrolyte.Aspx.

Question 6

what are electrolyte imbalances?

Accepted Answer

Sodium, potassium: These are the most common to have imbalance but also magnesium, calcium, chloride and phosphorus are all electrolytes since by definition they all have electrical charge in the ionic (reactive) state.

Question 7

too many electrolytes, is that bad?

Accepted Answer

Electrolyte problem: Please rephrase your question to get a meaningful answer. Do you mean that some of your electrolytes are elevated? Please either ask the physician who ordered to the blood work for an answer or submit another question that can be answered properly.

Question 8

i have low electrolytes what does it means?

Accepted Answer

Low electrolytes: You may have a low sodium, Potassium Chloride or calcium levels in your blood. The first 3 could be seen in someone taking diuretics. Please provide more information for a better answer.

Question 9

what does it mean if my electrolytes are low?

Accepted Answer

Hard to know: If you were told you had "low electrolytes", some abnormal values were likely found on your blood chemistry.  Most often the test will include sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, (sodium bicarbonate) blood urea nitrogen, creatinine, glucose, calcium, and magnesium.  Electrolytes can be caused by renal dysfunction or certain meds.  Recommend discussing results with the ordering MD or your primary care doctor.

Question 10

how can i improve my electrolyte balance in my body?

Accepted Answer

Eat: Assuming you're a healthy person in general, the best way to ensure electrolyte balance is to eat REAL foods - and a variety of them.  Focus on protein, veggies, some fruits, and stay away from the starches/sugar.

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Why would an adult need the use of pedialyte? to replace electrolytes? gatorade cheaper and just as valuable in most situations needing electrolytes?

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Is natural coconut water without additives a good electrolyte replenish in crohn's patients?

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What is the best way for a type 2 diabetic to replace electrolytes after diarrhea when my legs are sore and feel like cramping?

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Is there a way to make a safe pedialyte-type of electrolyte at home for my child?

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What are electrolytes made of?

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What are electrolyte imbalances?

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Too many electrolytes, is that bad?

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