2010-08-21 / Advice & Entertainment

For most people, water is good hydrating drink

YOUR HEALTH DR. DONOHUE
DEAR DR. DONOHUE: What am I supposed to drink when exercising in hot weather? I am totally confused by the conflicting information I get. Some say water is all you need. Then I’m told that drinking only water will make your brain flat-line. If water is all right, can it be cold water? They tell me cold water makes your stomach cramp. Should I be taking salt tablets? — L.O.


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