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What is the best way to avoid dehydration in drought?
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Whether conditions..: ...Are drought or you are in the middle of a lake, the way to avoid dehydration is to drink lots of water, regularly. Drink clean water, not flavored or sweetened for best result. If you're exercising or outside when it's hot, drink more.
Answered 3/26/2013
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