Drinks especially high in simple sugars, such as soft drinks and fruit juices, are not recommended as the main source of hydration, or for children under 5 years of age as they may increase diarrhea. Plain water may be used if more specific and effective ORT preparations of hydrational fluids are unavailable or are not palatable. A nasogastric tube can be used in young children to administer fluids if warranted.
Management of dehydration
Management of depression
Nutrition transition
Management of hypertension
Management of obesity
Urine-diverting dry toilet
Management of heart failure
Tight glycemic control