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June 17, 2025 20 mins

You’re hitting your stride, pushing past the pain barrier, and then it happens—a wave of nausea so powerful your gut twists into a knot. You vomit. Game over. Forget everything you’ve heard. Your body isn't trying to 'lighten the load' or 'purge toxins.' That’s a myth. The horrifying reality is a desperate, last-ditch signal that your internal systems are failing. When you push to the absolute limit, your body enters survival mode. It reroutes precious, oxygen-rich blood from your digestive system to your screaming muscles. Your gut is literally being starved, left to fend for itself. This triggers a catastrophic cascade. Dehydration and a critical lack of electrolytes turn your stomach into a warzone, making it impossible to process anything. Vomiting isn't a strategy; it's a system crash. But here's the ultimate plot twist: your body starts burning fat for fuel, producing 'ketones' that make your blood dangerously acidic. This acidosis can trigger a violent gag reflex as your body frantically tries to expel acid and rebalance its pH. You're not just tired; your internal chemistry is in revolt. The good news? Top posts on Avonetics confirm this is a preventable disaster. It’s not about being 'tougher'—it’s about being smarter. Meticulous hydration and precise electrolyte management are your armor against this gut-wrenching shutdown. Don't let a preventable system failure rob you of your victory. For advertising opportunities, visit Avonetics.com.

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