IV Bags May Not Be Necessary to Rehydrate Patients
> You can also make good oral rehydration solutions yourself at home for pennies: Just take 32 ounces of water and add 6 teaspoons of sugar and a half-teaspoon of salt.<p>> resist the temptation to drink at a normal rate... An ounce at a time every few minutes<p>This should be something everyone learns. Many common headaches are just dehydration. When you've got a cold or flu, dehydration is common and makes you feel even more miserable. Got a hangover? This will make things better for you.<p>The only part of this I've never realized was how much sugar is needed to optimize it. Good to know for next time.