Some research suggests that this reduces stool formation (i.e. reduces the amount of liquid expelled from the body) in cholera cases, compared to standard oral rehydration solution recipes.
A mechanism for this is that nonabsorbed carbohydrates produce short-chain fatty acids in the colon, which enhance sodium absorption.
| Authors | Chris Watkins |
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| Language | English (en) |
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| Created | May 12, 2008 by Chris Watkins |
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| Cite as | Chris Watkins (2008–2022). "Starch-based oral rehydration solutions". Appropedia. Retrieved October 3, 2023. |
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