"gabrielle" <
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> On Sat, 08 Feb 2003 05:45:22 -0800, Cobus wrote:
>
> > My sister in law is not a bad cyclist but is always complaining of a headache after a ride. She
> > takes enough isotonic fluid during the ride, I dont think is is over/dehydration. She feels
> > better after eating chips, do you think it is something to do with sodium in her blood? Thanks
>
> Helmet too tight? I had that problem with my kayaking helmet.
>
> OTOH, I usually take in a lot more salt than seems reasonable after
riding,
> even if I've been drinking Ratorgade like a fish, but it's never given me a headache. A large bowl
> of heavily salted and cheesed popcorn does the trick pour moi.
Damn -- a woman who rides AND loves popcorn! Sigh...
Bill "still seeking indigenous rare species locally" S.
PS: I agree about the helmet thing -- check for tight spots, especially near temples. (Sometimes
one's sunglasses can cause pressure points, too.)