If a person with an ileostomy has excessive loss of fluids, are there any foods that may help electrolyte balance?
If Na and K are decreased d/t diarrhea, simply include foods high in K and add salt to the diet. Salt substitute or Lite-Salt would help if fruits and vegetables could not be tolerated.
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