When you are dehydrated, why is it so hard to drink enough water?

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When you are dehydrated, why is it so hard to drink enough water?

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Recipes for homemade rehydration solutions:

>If commercially prepared ORS is not available, the following recipe may be used:

>In 1 L of water, add 2 level tablespoons of sugar or honey, a quarter teaspoon of table salt (NaCl), and a quarter teaspoon of baking soda (bicarbonate of soda)

>If baking soda is not available, use another quarter teaspoon of salt instead

>If available, add one-half cup of orange juice, coconut water, or a mashed ripe banana to the drink

https://www.medscape.com/answers/801012-76356/what-is-the-alternative-to-commercially-prepared-oral-rehydration-solution-ors-for-the-treatment-of-pediatric-dehydration

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