Monday, March 10, 2014

Homemade "Pedialyte" Mix Recipe

There's something going around my kids' schools...  Whatever it is, it sucks.  The kids don't think they're sick then out of nowhere, lots of vomit.  Sorry for the detail, but it is what it is.

Anyway, two of my three kids are sick, and the third says she feels nauseated when she stands up.  Oh, my husband is home sick today too...  I, on the other hand, feel fine (if not entirely exhausted from taking care of everyone).

Needless to say, electrolyte drinks are highly valued at times like these.  It's just so expensive...  and nearly impossible to run to the store when everyone but me is sick.  So, the last time one of my kids was sick, I tried making some from [the first of three recipes that I found on] this website (via Pinterest, of course).

She loved it.

She said it was better than the store-bought stuff.

So, when I needed to make more today, I figured that I might as well make as much as I can so I have it on hand when I need it.

Homemade "Pedialyte" Mix Recipe by tinsnips & scissors
I made a double batch of the drink to
hold us over until the kids feel better.


To make the dry mix, you will need:

  • 2 Tbsp plus 2 tsp salt
  • 2 1/3 c sugar
  • 1/3 c (one 3 oz. box) flavored gelatin (I used pineapple Jello)
Mix the ingredients well and store in an airtight jar. I used a one quart mason jar.

To prepare electrolyte drink, you will need:
  • 3 Tbsp dry mix
  • 1/2 c hot water
  • 3 1/2 cups cold water
 Combine dry mix and hot water, stir to dissolve.  Top with cold water and serve.

I hope everyone in your family is staying healthy!

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