When cotton is rotten, wicking attire keeps its cool Athletes sweat but their clothes don't have to get soaked.		healthy questions & answers Got questions? Healthy & Fit editor Jackie Hutcherson can get your answers. Email her at jhutcherson@post-dispatch.com

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