{"id":5717,"date":"2016-07-21T09:56:59","date_gmt":"2016-07-21T09:56:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/proctoclinic.gr\/prolipsi-afydatwsis-diarroia\/"},"modified":"2025-04-28T13:56:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T13:56:26","slug":"dehydration-prevention","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/proctoclinic.gr\/en\/dehydration-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"Prevention of dehydration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Prevention of dehydration<\/h1>
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Dehydration occurs when the body has lost too many fluids and electrolytes, i.e. potassium and sodium salts. Fluids and electrolytes lost during diarrhea must be replaced immediately, as the body cannot function properly without them. Dehydration is especially dangerous for children, as it can cause death within a few days.<\/p>\n

Although water is extremely important to prevent dehydration, it does not contain electrolytes. To maintain electrolyte levels, you can consume broth or soups that contain sodium and fruit juices, soft fruits or vegetables that contain potassium.<\/p>\n

For children, doctors often recommend a special hydration solution containing the nutrients they need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>

Useful dietary tips<\/h2>
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Until the diarrhea subsides, try to avoid dairy products and foods that are fatty, high in fiber or too sweet. These foods tend to make diarrhea worse. As the condition improves, you can add soft foods to your diet, such as bananas, plain rice, boiled potatoes, breadcrumbs, crackers, cooked carrots and roast chicken without the skin or fat. For children, the pediatrician may recommend the so-called BRAT diet: bananas, rice, apple and toast.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>

How to prevent travelers\u2019 diarrhea<\/h3>
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Travelers\u2019 diarrhea is caused when you consume food or water contaminated with bacteria, viruses or parasites.
\nYou can take the following precautions when you go abroad to prevent travelers\u2019 diarrhea. More specifically:<\/p>\n