Dehydration
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Dehydrators
Asked by S.Y. from Grand Rapids
on September 16, 2011
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Hoping someone out there can help me. I am looking at the Sahara Dehydrator and wondering if anyone has had some experience with it, good or bad. Otherwise, I am loo...
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- I've not heard of the Sahara line before just now. I looked it up and it looks similar to the Excaliber. I can speak to that one. We purchased the 9-tray Excaliber ...
- I think the only differences in these products is how long they last. There is little difference in how something is dehydrated. My oven does it with a special mode ...
- what does one do with a dehydrator? is it for food? what do you then do with your dehydrated items? I've never heard of this. Curious.
Dehydration
Asked by A.K. from Minneapolis
on December 22, 2008
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Hi moms. My 22 month old son has had a pretty bad cough for the past 2 weeks. We just got him on antibiotics. I'm worried about dehydration, though, as he has not been...
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- if his urine is dark and smelly I would have him checked out. He might have a Urinary Infection. Also you could try giving him jello and popsicles to help hydrate him.
- It sounds like he is not drinking enough...the dark smelly urine & lethargic is a sign of dehydration. I would put him on pedilyte ASAP. The fact that he is lethargi...
- I would be a little concerned with the symptoms of lethargy and not peeing. Make sure that he's getting plenty of fluids whether you have to give him popsicles, gator...
Dehydration
Asked by K.R. from Melbourne
on December 18, 2006
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my son (17 months)has had loose stool since Wed. I called his Dr. on friday when i noticed that he still had loose stool they said if he wasn't better on Monday then t...
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- Kim, Why don't you try Gatorade instead of Pedialyte in a dropper. My Pediatrician suggests it because it's not so salty tasting. Most kids prefer it. One dropper ...
- Did they give him an IV at the hospital? That should have helped alot. If you can't get him to drink, bring him back in and have them give him an IV. At least that wil...
- Can your son drink thru a straw? When I can't get my kids to drink, I always give them a fun cup with a straw b/c they think it's fun. It's something different that th...
Dehydration?
Asked by K.R. from Denver
on December 23, 2011
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Hi my little guy (almost 5) has the stomach bug. He as been throwing-up and some diarrhea. The last time I remember him eating was yesterday at lunch. He seemed lik...
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- From the Texas Children's Pediactric Associate's patient resources: Offer clear fluids (not milk) in small amounts until 8 hours have passed without vomiting. Fo...
- Try watered down ginger ale, or pedialyte or gatorade/powerade... (we also give my daughter emergen-c immune defense to replace her lost vitamins) he might not puke it...
- When you press on the fingernails, if the pink doesn't come back quickly, is a sign of dehydration. whole foods has a "feel better drink" called B.R.A.T. that my dau...
Dehydrating Fruit?
Asked by M.W. from Kansas City
on January 20, 2009
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Does anyone have any ideas about how to dehydrate food in your oven (without the use of a dehydrating machine)? My daughter and I really love to eat apple chips you c...
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- I also bought a #30 dehydrator at Walmart and have had it for years. In store it in my garage to save space. It is pretty easy to use, just time consuming to cut all ...
- http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/how/dry.html Great site explaining exactly how to do it all. Good luck!
- we own a dehydrator & it was very inexpensive to buy at WalMart. We've been using it for probably more than 5 years....so it really does pay for itself very quickly.
Dehydration Symptoms...
Asked by E.B. from Seattle
on August 29, 2011
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We have had sorta hot more humid weather in Washington state lately.
I woke up yesterday and had the runs...No stomach pain or anything else.
Went away.
We we...
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- the best sign is to check your urine's color. if it's too yellow, then yes, more water.. if almost clear, then you are doing ok. However, that is IF you are actually u...
- I would get checked out by the doctor, but in the meantime, the best thing to drink for dehydration is coconut water...better than just plain water, soda, juice or gat...
- Got this from the internet for you: The body's initial responses to dehydration are thirst to increase water intake, and decreased urine output to try to conserve w...
Dehydrated Milk
Asked by E.B. from Seattle
on July 27, 2011
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We are camping Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
My kids love cereal. I was able to pick up a Costco size box of mini cereals that you can use the box as a bowl.
S...
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- Try those small rice or soy milk boxes you can get at Fred Meyers Health section. They should be easy to use up in one setting for three kids.
- Soy Milk from Costco! My kids like the vanilla kind and it does not have to be "cold!"
- Two coolers, one for food and milk that only you open when you are preparing meals, (to stay colder) and one for beverages that will be getting opened and closed all d...
Dehydrated Baby?
Asked by C.W. from Austin
on July 30, 2010
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My 3 month old's soft spot seems to "sink" in a little bit once in a while... I looked it up and it says that most of the time this is caused by dehydration... We liv...
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- my daughters soft spot was really in... it was just how she was made.. are you feeding the baby like every 4 or 4 /12 hours..then it should be fine.. you can give th...
- Does she have tears when she cries? At least one wet diaper every two hours? Does her mouth feel dry or sticky? You can answer "yes, yes, no" then it's probably not de...
- Drink plenty of water yourself (if you're nursing) and do call your pediatrician's office for signs of dehydration. If you have cloth diapers, use those to make sure s...
Any Advice on Buying a Food Dehydrator?
Asked by N.G. from Allentown
on September 27, 2010
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I'm trying to make healthier treats for my kids. Today I attempted to make apple chips in the oven. After 2 hours they were still a bit soggy but the kids actually t...
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- Hi Momto2, My husband has been doing a lot of research on dehydrating. There is a very helpful website that he has been learning from at www.dehydrate2store.com. On...
- i got a Snackmaster Jr and i do like it. and it works alot better than oven. takes alot longer though. and the one i have does not have a timer, so you will have to...
- The Excalibur is the best and the most expensive. I think the American Harvester dehydrators are very good, and finding parts is much easier as they can be found at s...
Food Dehydrator - What Should I Dry Out? :)
Asked by A.R. from Dallas
on January 5, 2012
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I got a food dehydrator for Christmas and it's been going pretty much non-stop for a week, lol. I've done the basics and am looking to branch out a little. Here's wh...
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- Peaches! We buy about 25 lbs a year in the summer when they're ripe and dry slices, then toss in the freezer for later. It makes them so peachy tasting!
- I was going to suggest fruit. :-) Fruit chips are yummy! That's about all I would try. lol
- Sounds like you already tried all of our favorites - jerky, apples, and bananas. We also did strawberries once that turned out pretty good. Would love to know how yo...
