How did the U.S. Military deal with the renourishment of Nazi Death Camp Survivors and the dangers of it.?

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**Attention Doctors and U.S. Soldiers and Medics of World War 2 and anyone who knows something about this**
How did the U.S. Military deal with the renourishment of Nazi Death Camp Survivors and what are the dangers of to much food to fast, and how the body reacts to the reintroduction of carbs, calories, vitamins and minerals in the aftermath of starvation. And what do you need to know about renourishing the nearly starved to DEATH!

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The malnourished inmates often suffered from refeeding syndrome when re-nourishment was begun after liberation.
One of the main causes of the refeeding syndrome is the potential for starvation-induced low blood levels of phosphorus following intake of foods high in calories or glucose. Phosphorous depletion produces widespread abnormalities in the cardiorespiratory system, which can be fatal.
In addition to phosphorous, the refeeding syndrome also evolves due to changes in potassium and magnesium levels.
Further, abrupt blood volume expansion and inappropriately aggressive nutritional intake may place excessive strain on the shrunken heart and cause the inability of the heart to maintain adequate circulation.

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