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Take Salt to Prevent Heat Cramps Advised in Texas
In Austin on August 1 Dr Geo W Cox state health officer warns workers in hot conditions to add a pinch of salt to each drink to prevent heat cramps as Texas hits 90 degrees. Salt loss through sweat can reach 40 to 50 grams, and salt deficiency may be prevented by salt in drinks or milk while avoiding alcohol. Heat cramps show as abdominal pains headaches or nausea and vomiting with normal body temperature.
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Geo. W. Cox