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Tea and toast syndrome is a form of malnutrition commonly experienced by elderly people who cannot prepare meals and tend to themselves. The term is not intrinsic to tea or bread products only; rather, it describes limited dietary patterns that lead to reduced calories resulting in a deficiency of vitamins and other nutrients.
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. [5] Plain water may be used if more specific and effective ORT preparations of hydrational fluids are unavailable or are not palatable. [5]
This article is based on reporting that features expert sources including Audrey K. Chun, MD; Sanjay B. Kurani, MD. AT ANY AGE, STAYING hydrated is important to stay healthy and feel your best ...
Use sugar-free preserves or fresh fruit to sweeten plain yogurt instead of eating sweetened yogurt with fruit in it. Choose lower-calorie, sugar-free chocolate drinks instead of candy.
For reference, experts recommend no more than one drink a day for females and no more than two drinks a day for males. One drink is defined as 1.5 ounces of liquor, 12 ounces of beer or 5 ounces ...
Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is a type of fluid replacement used to prevent and treat dehydration, especially due to diarrhea. [1] It involves drinking water with modest amounts of sugar and salts, specifically sodium and potassium. [1]
Food and drink can help prevent dehydration in malnourished people with diarrhea. Eating (or breastfeeding, among infants) should resume as soon as possible. [161] Sugary beverages like soft drinks, fruit juices, and sweetened teas are not recommended as they may worsen diarrhea. [174]
The new year is one of the most popular times for goal-setting, and it’s also when many people choose to "reset" different aspects of their lives, including eating and drinking habits. Whether ...