Dehydration
phenotype · Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms
Nutrients connected to Dehydration
A link means the body needs the nutrient for this, or that low intake is linked to it. It does not mean extra supplements help if your intake is already adequate; each link shows how strong the evidence is.
- Water (Tap & Bottled)Deficiency link
Drinking enough fluid prevents dehydration; NHS lists signs, causes and who is at risk.
- Oral Rehydration SaltsClinically supported
ORS replaces water and salts; severe dehydration needs IV fluids.
- Cascara sagradaDocumented risk
Severe dehydration is a listed reason not to use cascara, and fluid loss can follow use.
- Green-spored parasolDocumented risk
Fluid and electrolyte loss is the main complication and is treated with fluids.
- Senna Tea (Laxative Teas)Documented risk
Water and salt loss with overdose or long-term use (EU monograph).
- Sports & Electrolyte DrinksPreliminary or mixed
Systematic review evidence for rehydration after exercise.
- CoconutPreliminary or mixed
Coconut water rehydrated active adults about as well as a sports drink in two very small trials.
- Coconut WaterPreliminary or mixed
Small trials of rehydration after exercise-induced fluid loss gave mixed results versus plain water and sports drinks.
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