Dehydration

Dehydration ICD-10 code: E86 ICD-9 code: Dehydration is the removal of water (hydor in ancient Greek) from an object.

Dehydration: A process that removes water from food to slow growth of bacteria and minimize spoilage, so foods can be stored.

The precooking and dehydration process creates tiny fissures and cracks in the instant rice grains, which makes it easier for boiling water to reach the center.

This overwhelming dehydration is the outstanding characteristic of the disease and is the main cause of death. Cholera has a short incubation period (two or three days) and runs a quick course.

Although sun drying is still utilized, most drying occurs with the use of commercial dehydration dryers. Dried plums are also known as "prunes" but are marketed under the name of "dried plums" in order to assist in selling the product.

A traditional Indian drink that used to be made from buttermilk poured into earthenware crocks, with salt added to help combat dehydration in the hot climate.

Wilt: To apply heat so as to cause dehydration and a droopy appearance. Wok: Chinese cooking utensil with rounded bottom used as a skillet.

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Prune - A dried plum. Traced back to Roman times, the prune is popular for its ability to store well. Commercial dehydration has replaced sun-drying as the method of producing plums.

Advanced drying technology may in some cases preserve the original flavour, at least in part; but these herbs are, even with best dehydration equipment, always better used fresh than dried.

Squeezed, a fresh artichoke will make a squeak. The thickness of each stalk should correspond to the size of the artichoke. Thin stalks signal dehydration, so look for stalks that are firm without 'give.' ...

See also: Water, Cooking, Fruit, Vegetable, Sugar