Dehydration: What helps maintain hydration with bowel issues?

Thanks, good info…i actually just mix a small amount with other kidney friendly fruits… fortunately i don’t have diabetes or HBP and am not severely restricted at this point. Due to frequent oncology testing, I can watch my numbers to see if there are concerning trends.

I got dehydrated about a year ago and was taken to the ER. They gave me fluids and ran a lot of tests. My doctor came in and told me all my testing for all my organs and brain are fine. There was no evidence of a stroke or anything else to be concerned about. She told me what I needed was to add electrolytes to my water daily and now I drink 2 - 16 oz. glasses with electrolytes. You mentioned coconut water and that does contain electrolytes but I would also find a brand you can add to a thermos with 16 oz. of water that you can take with you during your day - (I use LMNT - comes in flavors and can be found in grocery stores or on Amazon.). Electrolytes are minerals your body needs to function well. And in some locations without knowing it, it is very easy to get dehydrated and not know it until you start having symptoms like constipation. I was in Scottsdale, Arizona at the time when I was sent to the ER.