How and why your diet matters during extreme heat

A North Texas registered dietitian explains why what you eat and drink can help protect you against extreme heat.
By Sam Baker at Texas Public Radio (TPR) · · 1 min read

A North Texas registered dietitian explains why what you eat and drink can help protect you against extreme heat.
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