Understanding Exercise-Related Pain: Does Hydration Prevent Side Stitches?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2014 study, approximately 70% of runners report experiencing a side stitch within a year. While many believe dehydration is the culprit, the question, "Does hydration prevent side stitches?" has a more nuanced answer, involving the timing and amount of fluid intake rather than simple fluid deprivation.