Started BIOLYTE IV In A Bottle Today

@CarolDM (203422)

Nashville, Tennessee

July 13, 2023 11:34am CST

Stress and worry has started taking a toll it seems. I forget to eat on a good day. And then worrying about my cat Brendel just adds to that forgetfulness. Have been eating jello, plain rice and toast for the past few days. Still had the headache, nausea and fatigue. My doctor suspected dehydration and recommended this "IV In a Bottle" for a few days. Biolyte has the same amount of electrolytes as a 500ml Lactated Ringer (IV bag). Without the ER visit of course. It has vitamins and minerals that help headaches, nausea, and fatigue associated with dehydration. This hydration drink helps the liver get rid of toxins and function at peak capacity. Just started drinking this today, so wish me luck. Even though this one says Berry flavored, not a good taste at all. But I am willing to drink it to feel better. Brendel seems about the same. She still gets up all hours of the night and early morning, yowling and confused. But some nights she sleeps until 3-4 am. That is a slight improvement. And she sleeps in the screen room most all day. I can also tell she still recognizes me, I will take that as a blessing. A day at a time. Thank you so much to those who have messaged to ask about Brendel. Means the world to hear from my friends when I am away.

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@Juliaacv (51391)

• Canada

13 Jul 23

I hope that this will help you, that will help Brendel in the long run. I do hope that you get hydrated again soon.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

Thanks so much. I hope so too. Not ready for another hospital visit.

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@Juliaacv (51391)

• Canada

13 Jul 23

@CarolDM No, hopefully you can get back to where you need to be before that occurs.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

@Juliaacv I certainly hope so. Started feeling a little better but feels like I am going downhill again. I know it will take time.

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@LindaOHio (181717)

• United States

14 Jul 23

I'm sorry you're not feeling well; but I"m glad to see you here. Wanted to ask how you and Brendel were but didn't want to interfere. I'm so sorry to hear that Brendel is still having problems. Praying for both of you.

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@vandana7 (100603)

• India

14 Jul 23

@CarolDM No sleep does make us feel weak. I am not trying to promote any religion or belief here...but I find my mind calms down considerably when I listen to this. It is the notes or sequence or instrument resonating in the background...whatever...but I start feeling calmer. Does it lead to sleep? I haven't tried. Kinda...I fear falling asleep when people talk about sharks. So I don't really know...I avoid sleeping by doing something or the other then. You don't have to watch it. Or even listen to it...beyond a few moments of continuous listening...try for 10 to 15 minutes. If it works ...it works. If it does not....stop. There maybe similar music or notes sequences even in western music. Perhaps you would like to check them out for identifying with it. I would have liked it to be slightly slower. Do check it - it does give me some relief. I believe music can be used to cure some of our problems.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

@vandana7 Thank you Vanny. How thoughtful. I too believe in meditation and music. It heals our souls. I appreciate the link very much. My problem now is I have to be half awake through the night listening for her, she sleeps in a chair beside my bed and I hear every move. Sort of like a mother with a sick baby, exactly how it is actually. Which is how I need it right now. But I can use this link for during the day to rest. So important.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

@LindaOH Thank you. Not a good morning once again. Not much sleep and feeling very weak. Hoping it improves soon. Brendel will not improve but if I can keep her comfortable that is my goal. Thanks for the prayers.

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@shaggin (72252)

• United States

14 Jul 23

How long do cats with Alzheimer’s go on for? My grandmother has it about 10 years and my aunt around 4 so I’m wondering since I just learned recently from you that cats can get Alzheimer’s too. I am sorry you are having such a hard time over this. How old is Brendel now? It would be so much easier if they could all just be healthy until the end and go in their sleep. Pets sure don’t live long enough. I think the drink your doctor recommended is a really good idea for you right now. I hope it isn’t too costly and that it will help! Sorry it doesn’t taste better

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@shaggin (72252)

• United States

14 Jul 23

@CarolDM aww I’m sorry hugs to you both

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Each cat is different. Just depends. She also has kidney disease and only weighs six pounds. A day at a time.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

@shaggin Thanks for your support. Means a lot.

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@LadyDuck (472060)

• Switzerland

14 Jul 23

I am sorry the stress and the fatigue are making you feel unwell. I hope that this drink helps you to rest more and get better. I hope that Brendel continues to sleep at least until 4 in the morning.

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@LadyDuck (472060)

• Switzerland

14 Jul 23

@CarolDM - You must find a way to rest during the day and you need to eat. I know how the stress in bad on our body. Take care.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

@LadyDuck I am resting when I can Anna, this virus has got me slowed down even more lately. Thank you.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

It has totally drained me Anna. The sleepless nights are catching up with me. I have got to find a way to rest more during the day and eat more of course. Thanks so much for your support, always.

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@RasmaSandra (80784)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

13 Jul 23

I am sorry you are not feeling well and I hope that Biolyte will help you return to normal, The hot and humid weather makes me eat less but I also drink a lot of iced tea and just plain cold water. I am keeping Brendel in my prayers and give that sweet baby a hug from the crazy cat lady,

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@RasmaSandra (80784)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

13 Jul 23

@CarolDM you can count on me and many blessings to you and perhaps this can also offer you some good advice in fact it mentions just what you are doing at the moment

https://coastaluc.com/health-blog/5-tips-for-recovering-from-dehydration/

https://coastaluc.com/health-blog/5-tips-for-recovering-from-dehydration/

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

Thanks so much for your kind words. I didn’t have an appetite before this all started with Brendel. The hot weather never helps. Thanks so much for the prayers.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

@RasmaSandra How kind of you. I need all the tips I can get. I will read now.

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@MarieCoyle (38716)

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14 Jul 23

Oh, Carol, please take care of yourself. I am sorry Brendel isn't a lot better, but even a slight improvement is better than none at all. I am sorry the IV drink is not tasty. Some of those electrolyte drink things just don't taste very good to me, either.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

@MarieCoyle I wish you were too Marie. How kind of you.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Thank you Marie. I am drinking another bottle now. Up most of the night again. I hope for rest later. Gotta find something nutritious to eat first.

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@MarieCoyle (38716)

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15 Jul 23

@CarolDM I wish I was closer, I would be able to bring you a dinner. I hope you get some rest soon.

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@celticeagle (168306)

• Boise, Idaho

14 Jul 23

I hope this drink helps you. Dehydration can be very dangerous.

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@celticeagle (168306)

• Boise, Idaho

15 Jul 23

@CarolDM .........Good for you. I hope you are successful.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Thanks, I am trying to stay out of the ER.

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@much2say (56053)

• Los Angeles, California

14 Jul 23

You take such good care of Brendel - make sure to take care of you too! I hope this drinks boosts you up so you can feel like yourself again. Does this have to be prescribed? Hope you feel better soon!

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@much2say (56053)

• Los Angeles, California

17 Jul 23

@CarolDM I hope by today you are doing much better

. Long sleep is difficult for me always. Hope you could get rest during the day at least (sometimes that is better). Hugs to you and Brendel.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

Thank you. I am really trying. Up all night again last night. Will rest today here and there when I can. No prescription required.

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@jstory07 (139971)

• Roseburg, Oregon

15 Jul 23

I hope the BIOLYTE IV in a bottle work for you. All summer I drink power aid it is good for you in the summer. It also has been on sale lately.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jul 23

Thank you Judy. Feeling some better today.

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@Tampa_girl7 (50524)

• United States

13 Jul 23

Bless your heart

. I’m glad that there is some improvement with Brendel. Hopefully the drink makes you feel better.

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@Tampa_girl7 (50524)

• United States

13 Jul 23

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

Thanks Marie. Brendel is up and down, I never know, but it makes me happy with any slight improvement for sure.

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@moffittjc (121729)

• Gainesville, Florida

15 Jul 23

I get dehydrated fairly easily here in Florida, and I will often drink a Biolyte to help. They are good drinks in that respect, but the taste leaves a lot to be desired. I hope you are able to overcome your effects of dehydration.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

Glad this helps you too. A day at a time, getting there.

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@TheHorse (220266)

• Walnut Creek, California

14 Jul 23

I hope it works for you. I get dehydrated sometimes as well. For me, hunger can bring on headaches.

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@TheHorse (220266)

• Walnut Creek, California

16 Jul 23

@CarolDM Do you and your doctors have some kind of handle on what's ailing you? Stress makes everything worse. Cortisol and the immune system and all that.

@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

16 Jul 23

@TheHorse Watching my cat that has dementia slowly pass away without anything I can do but keep her comfortable is the diagnosis. No doctor needed for that one. I know all about stress over the years, losing my son and other loved ones, etc.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

I hope so too. I only wish hunger was my problem.

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (317238)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

13 Jul 23

I'm glad you're on electrolytes. I hope it helps. I'm sorry you're having so much stress, but I understand and you're in my prayers.

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@just4him (317238)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

13 Jul 23

@CarolDM Yes, it would. You're welcome.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

I decided it would be better than an ER trip. Thank you for the prayers.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

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@Ronrybs (19565)

• London, England

13 Jul 23

Hope the biolyte works and very sorry to hear about Brendel. Are there no meds to help her?

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

Thank you. There are anti-depressants but I don't like the side effects. Seems worse than the disorder.

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@Ronrybs (19565)

• London, England

13 Jul 23

@CarolDM That is why I like to avoid pills if I can. You never know the effect

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

13 Jul 23

@Ronrybs And she only weighs 6 pounds. Anything would be very hard on her system. Not worth it to me.

@GardenGerty (160978)

• United States

14 Jul 23

I hope this beverage helps. I know you are stressed. I am glad the doctor did not add a trip to the ER as one more stressor for you.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Thanks and I hope this second bottle helps today. Another restless night.

@vandana7 (100603)

• India

14 Jul 23

I wish I could cook something interesting for you. But you are so far. Do look after yourself. All the best with the drink. And hope Brendel is doing good now. Hugs.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

You are so very thoughtful. Much appreciate your kindness.

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@toniganzon (72533)

• Philippines

14 Jul 23

I would also take that than have an IV bag. Do take care.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

I will have to try another bottle today. Thanks.

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@Dena91 (16686)

• United States

15 Jul 23

I hope that the Biolyte has helped you. Praying for you and sweet Brendel.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

15 Jul 23

Still going a day at a time Dena. Up most of the night, resting during the day. Eating chicken soup lately. Thank you.

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Anindita Sengupta

@aninditasen (16501)

• Raurkela, India

14 Jul 23

Wishing all the best for you and Brendel. Hope everything turns towards the normal and both of you feel fine.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Thank you. Brendel will never be normal unfortunately but I try to keep her comfortable.

@Kandae11 (55161)

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14 Jul 23

Stress is known to cause a huge amount of problems for our physical wellbeing, but it is so hard to be stress free in these times. So sorry to hear that you are not feeling well, and Brendel, prayers going up for both of you. Cats and dogs really should not have the same illnesses we humans get - they can't talk about how they are feeling.

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@CarolDM (203422)

• Nashville, Tennessee

14 Jul 23

Thank you. Stress can really take a toll for sure. I am trying every day to take care of us both. Unfair she has to endure this disease.

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