Scientific Papers
Water–the major nutrient
Water metabolism is a major problem in infants of very low birth weight. Their surface is proportionally larger, they have a relatively low intracellular water volume and a high extracellular and total body volume. Kidney [...]
EARLY ORAL HYDRATION AFTER CESAREAN DELIVERY PERFORMED UNDER REGIONAL ANESTHESIA.
OBJECTIVE: To establish an early, safe, and well-tolerated time to start oral hydration after cesarean delivery. METHODS: A prospective randomized trial of women delivered by cesarean under regional anesthesia at Alanya Research and Medical Center, [...]
Body water metabolism in early infancy.
A short survey is given over water metabolism from early fetal life to infancy. The close connection between water metabolism and body composition is described as well as the changes taking place during growth. The [...]
Electrolyte & water metabolism in sports activities.
Few studies in water and electrolyte metabolism during sports activities have directed attention to magnesium. Addition of magnesium to sports beverages in appropriate concentrations appears to be safe. This article considers the potential role and [...]