In this video, Stealth Belt VP and ostomate Collin Jarvis discusses why hydration is so important for those of us who have ostomies. He also shares 5 tips for maintaining proper hydration if you have an ostomy.

Check out his written blog for more information on ostomy hydration:
https://www.stealthbelt.com/blog/osto...

0:00 Introduction
0:41 Why Hydration Is Important
2:25 Effects Of Dehydration Among Ostomates
3:52 Tip 1 Calculate Daily Hydration Needs
4:58 Tip 2 Spread Out Fluid Intake
6:14 Tip 3 Find A Special Water Bottle
7:07 Tip 4 Avoid High Output Triggers
8:21 Tip 5 Electrolyte Supplements
8:54 Specific Supplement Recommendations
11:18 Caveat: When High Sugar Content Is O.K.
12:09 Conclusion

Sources from information in the video:

Hydration Calculator:
https://www.hydrationforhealth.com/en...

Readmission Rates Among Ostomates:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti...
https://www.practiceupdate.com/conten...

Large Intestine Physiology and Function:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB...

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