Make your own rehydration drink
You can make an inexpensive rehydration drink at home. However, do not give this homemade drink to children younger than 12.
Measure all ingredients precisely. Small variations can make the drink less effective or even harmful. Mix the following:
- 1 L (32 fl oz)
- 2.5 g (1/2 teaspoon) baking soda
- 2.5 g (1/2 teaspoon) table salt, or 1.25 g (1/4 teaspoon) salt substitute (such as “Lite Salt”)
- 45–60 g (3 to 4 tablespoons) sugar
| Author: | Monica Rhodes | Last Updated: May 27, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Christine Hahn, MD - Epidemiology Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine | |
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