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Water intoxication
Simply replacing water isn't enough.
When working outdoors in the heat, many people drink water to replenish sweat. This is good, to prevent dehydration. However, when you drink excessive amounts of water, you dilute the natural electrolytes such as potassium and sodium. Water intoxication is a real issue in heat injuries.
A case in Los Angeles California occurred a year ago where a lady had to drink 3 gallons of water in a short period of time as part of a challenge. She succeeded and won an iPod. She was dead the next day from water intoxiciation because she had diluted her electrolytes (sodium and potassium) so much that her brain and heart were unable to function.
A good way to prevent this is of course by replacing electrolytes. Salt tablets are a good idea but must be used in moderation. If there is a need for them, be sure to drink water to balance the effects.
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Foods high in potassium include orange juice (watch sugar content), rasins, bananas. Eating a good solid meal to include vegetables and fruit is a good foundation, while snacking on fresh fruits throughout the day will provide your body with fluids as well as vitamins.
Avoiding sugary drinks is vital too. Sugar will increase urine output and dehydrate. Fizzy drinks also actually stop the body from absorbing some minerals too. Caffeine is a diuretic, so is best avoided altogether.
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