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January 05, 2005

Travel Tip of the Week
Everyone knows not to drink the water in some countries, but many of us forget to use purified water when brushing our teeth - it's just ingrained in us to turn on the tap while brushing! Our son accidentally brushed his teeth with tap water in Mexico and was down (or should I say up and down) for a good bit of his vacation. And remember to keep your mouth closed in the shower. One mouthful and you could be up and down, too! (Addition: alert reader Nina reminds us to be careful with ice cubes, too, as well as making sure the water bottles you purchase anywhere at your destination are securely sealed - i.e. not filled from the restaurant's or store's tap or hose! Thanks, Nina!)

I always carry a bottle of water with me while traveling which I try not to touch until I've reached my destination and found a source for good water; planes serve bottled water, for instance - my bottle is for emergency use once I've arrived.

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