ORS - Oral Rehydration Solution Benefits

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What is ORS (oral rehydration solution)?

MSc. [Nutrition] ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) is a drink made up of water, sugar, and electrolytes that helps replenish fluids and electrolytes lost due to dehydration. It can be effective in treating dehydration caused by various reasons like glucose loss or salt loss from the body.

How do you make ORS?

Mix clean water, salt, and sugar together to make a homemade ORS. Stir ½ tsp (3 g) of table salt and 2 tbsp (25 g) of sugar into 4 1⁄4 c (1.0 L) of water. To improve the flavor, mix in some water flavoring. If you have a premade ORS packet: Stir a packet of premade ORS into 1 L (34 fl oz) of water.

What is ORS & how does it work?

It was first developed as a treatment for diarrheal diseases. Having diarrhea can also create a slightly acidic environment in the body which is damaging to your cells. So as well as glucose and electrolytes, ORS contains something called a base which counters the acid .

What is ORS rehydration salt?

ORS (oral rehydration salts) is a special combination of dry salts that is mixed with safe water. It can help replace the fluids lost due to diarrhoea. When should ORS be used? When a child has three or more loose stools in a day, begin to give ORS.

Where can I contact ORS?

ORS is mobile across most areas of NSW, ACT, VIC, WA and provides Telehealth services nationally. Phone: 1800 000 677 | Fax: 1300 001 394 | Email: [email protected] ORS is a Allied health services provider that services most areas of NSW, ACT, VIC, WA and provides Telehealth services nationally.

What allied health services do ORS provide?

About ORS| Allied health services that work! ORS has been in the business of making a difference to people with disability and injuries for over 30 years! We provide a range of allied health and workplace rehabilitation services across key industries such as the NDIS, workers’ compensation, health, injury prevention and aged care.

Who is ORS?

ORS has been in the business of making a difference to people with disability and injuries for more than 30 years across NDIS, private and insurance.

Who are ORS' allied health professionals?

Peter Scott, ORS' Executive Chairmen In 2018, we recognised our strength had been having a team of allied health professionals that were working in workplace rehabilitation, including occupational therapists, psychologists, physiotherapists, exercise physiologists and rehabilitation counsellors.

What Is ORS

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ORS Information

1. https://orsgroup.com.au/
2. https://www.who.int/publications-detail-redirect/WHO-FCH-CAH-06.1
3. https://www.orsgroup.com.au/psychological-assessments/