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Old 07-01-2004, 18:20   #8
Guy
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Originally posted by The Reaper
You neglected to mention that it is common among people doing large quantites of water over extended periods, like while rucking.

You also failed to mention that it can kill you.

I have seen it happen many times, and we issue ORS to our students and soldiers.

In the old days, it was why we took salt tablets.

TR
I'm a victim of "electrolyte imbalance"...then I went down one time for "over carbohydrates" with out hydrating properly.
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