If you have been diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, you might suffer from low blood volume here are some tips that may help.
1. Increase Water Intake
2. Increase salt in diet
3. Sleep with your head elevated. This does not mean just a pillow over your head. But put a couple books under the head of you bed, or get a pillow wedge which lifts you up from the waist up.
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How much water should you drink a day?
According to "Natural Bias," Every day, aim to drink as many ounces of water as half of your body weight in pounds. If you’re currently drinking much less water than this, increase your intake gradually.
How much should I increase salt intake?
Increasing Your Salt Step One
Increasing Your Salt Step Two
Always check with your doctor before making any changes.
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