Question

Why people are advised to drink oral rehydration salts (ORS) in order to prevent sun-stoke?

Answer 1

Sunstroke is a serious medical condition where the body’s temperature rises too high. The body loses its ability to cool itself and overheats. Sunstroke usually occurs when the body temperature reaches at least 40° C or more. High humidity and heat wave can also result in sunstroke. Heat exhaustion can progress to heat strokewhen the body's temperature regulation fails. ... Rehydration with water or a sports drink is the cornerstone of treatment for heat exhaustion. Complications of heat exhaustioninclude nausea, vomiting, dehydration and muscle weakness.

Oral rehydration solution (ORS) is used to replace fluids and minerals (such as sodium, potassium) lost due to diarrhea and vomiting. It helps prevent or treat the loss of too much body water (dehydration). Having the right amount of fluids and minerals is important for the normal functioning of the body.