India, Aug. 14 -- During monsoon season, a lot of digestion-related problems and viral fevers happen, resulting in diarrhoea and vomiting, especially in children. This causes rapid fluid and electrolyte loss; parents give children Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS). But are you preparing and giving it correctly?

Dr Abhishek Mehendale, consultant in general medicine at Surya Mother and Child Super Speciality Hospital, shared with us the common mistakes parents may make while giving ORS to children.

First, let's understand how ORS helps manage dehydration. Dr Mehendale said, "Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is one of the most important medical advances in the management of dehydration."

The physician further simplified the formulation and w...