Consuming high water-content foods including watermelon, cucumber and oranges to contribute to hydration.

Consuming electrolyte-rich foods during recovery including bananas, soups, watermelon and cucumber.

Drinking adequate plain water for mild dehydration not involving significant electrolyte loss.

Rehydrating by sipping fluids slowly rather than drinking large volumes quickly, particularly when nausea is present.

Intravenous fluid replacement for severe dehydration that cannot be corrected orally. Requires medical administration.

Natural coconut water as a rehydration drink containing potassium, sodium and magnesium.

ORS containing precise ratios of glucose and electrolytes for efficient fluid and electrolyte replacement. The gold standard for mild to moderate dehydration.

Moving to a cool environment to reduce further fluid loss through sweating, particularly for heat-related dehydration.

Commercial sports drinks for rehydration after exercise-related fluid loss. Not equivalent to ORS for illness-related dehydration.

Avoiding diuretic beverages during rehydration as they increase urine output and worsen fluid loss.