Dehydration occurs when the body loses water much faster than its fluid intake. This condition occurs most commonly in individuals participating in outdoors sports and games, those hiking and camping under the scorching sun or any individual who spends long hours outdoors without sufficient intake of water. Young children and senior members are especially susceptible to dehydration. Some of the symptoms of dehydration are fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, giddiness and muscle cramps.

If you are suffering from this condition or know somebody who is, follow these tips below to administer fluids to the afflicted and restore the fluid and electrolyte balance of the body immediately. In case of severe dehydration it is advised to seek prompt medical attention. When an individual is dehydrated, he or she must be administered fluids immediately. Some other important things to take into consideration are to stop all physical activities and rest, stay indoors, wear cool and comfortable clothing; avoid alcohol, coffee or caffeinated drinks and rest for at least twenty four hours. For mild dehydration, follow these simple remedies to cure dehydration and restore one’s health.

10  Ways To Cure Dehydration are :

1.Fluids

If you are unsure what to do for dehydration, fluids are the best way to treat this condition. Fluids replenish the water and salt content in the body and restore optimal fluid balance in the body.

The simplest way to rehydrate the body is by drinking plenty of water, fruit juices, diluted squashes, butter milk or semi-skimmed milk. A solution of a teaspoon of sugar and a pinch of salt in a glass of water rehydrates the body as well as restores the salt and electrolyte content that plain water does not accomplish. Electrolyte powder mixed in a glass of water also establishes a salt and sugar balance in the body after a moderate case of dehydration.

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