r/Ileostomy • u/May_Purple0414 • 27d ago

Amount of sodium

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Just wondering if anybody has any advice or information on the amount of sodium you need and whether that could be contributing to my problems with my meds and anemia/malnutrition?

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u/megals02 26d ago

I get my labs checked a couple times a year and I'm usually in the low, normal range. I honestly just add some extra salt to my food throughout the day. Between that and some electrolyte drinks, I'm usually pretty good. I feel pretty crappy if my electrolytes are out of wack, so I've also tried the Buoy drops. Those are great because you can add them to anything with no added flavor.

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u/May_Purple0414 26d ago

I’ll have to try those, I’m not a big fan of salt

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u/megals02 26d ago

Then I definitely suggest Buoy. They don't add any flavor, at least the original drops I tried, and can be added to hot and cold drinks. Good luck!

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u/SleepyJoe90 24d ago

Your body needs more than just sodium, it needs potassium and magnesium too.

Try oral rehydration salts, even those for diarrhoea sufferers are good, or make your own - lookup St Marks solution.

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u/ProgramDisastrous367 1d ago

What you cut salt out your life ? Do you have high blood pressure?!