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salt depletion

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salt depletion,
the loss of salt from the body through excessive elimination of body fluids by perspiration, diarrhea, vomiting, or urination, without corresponding replacement. See also electrolyte balance, heat exhaustion.

salt (sôlt),
n a compound of a base and an acid; a compound of an acid, some of the replaceable hydrogen atoms of which have been substituted.
salt, basic,
n a salt containing replaceable, or hydroxyl, groups.
salt depletion,
salt solution,
n a homemade mouthrinse consisting of one-half teaspoon salt and one-half cup of tepid water, used to decrease inflammation and promote healing.


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I slowed up so as not to make it worse but it turned out to be salt depletion which caused the cramps in my muscles.
 
 
 
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