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Drinking is the act of consuming a liquid through the mouth. Water is required for many of life's physiological processes, and excess or decreased water intake is associated with health problems. "Drinking" may refer specifically to the ingestion of alcohol depending on the context in which the term is used.
Physiology
A daily intake of 1-2 liters of water is required for the normal physiological functioning of the human body, depending on ambient weather conditions and diet (especially salt intake). The absolute minimum over the long term is about 1.6 liters (600 ml for urine, 200 ml for fecal losses, and 800 ml for losses via the skin and lungs). This includes water contained in food (i.e. it is not essential for survival to drink 1-2 liters of water a day, though it is often recommended for good health).
The sensation caused by dehydration of the body is called "thirst". The sensation of thirst is a dry feeling in the back of the throat and an intense desire to drink fluids. Thirst is regulated by the hypothalamus in response to subtle changes in the body's electrolyte levels, and also as a result of changes in the volume of blood circulating.
Role in disease
Polydipsia is the medical term for consumption of large quantities of water and may be a sign of various diseases (diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, and some psychiatric conditions). More on [ Drinking ]
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http://twitpic.com/ogcoq - This is an actual photo, I've heard, from the prohibition era. Would you stop drinking?
VampireFaust (Gabrielle Faust) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:42:33 -0000
http://twitpic.com/ogcoq - This is an actual photo, I've heard, from the prohibition era. Would you stop drinking?
@M_Shiz kellies drinking, so ofcrse it will be.
kelliemclagan (Kellie McLagan) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:30:44 -0000
@M_Shiz kellies drinking, so ofcrse it will be.
@simpletimes, okay i gotta stop drinking. ugh!
thenightbirds (reginakimece.) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:26:23 -0000
@simpletimes, okay i gotta stop drinking. ugh!
Just working on this on Zazzle: Deutschland Drinking Team T Shirt http://bit.ly/InKZL
drinking_team (Drinking Team) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:22:54 -0000
Just working on this on Zazzle: Deutschland Drinking Team T Shirt http://bit.ly/InKZL
Well duh RT @shepazu: Drinking a cocktail thanks to sgalineau, for parameterized unicorns
sgalineau (Sylvain Galineau) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:22:53 -0000
Well duh RT @shepazu: Drinking a cocktail thanks to sgalineau, for parameterized unicorns
says wooohhhoooooo (drinking) http://plurk.com/p/2j1s4d
MarjMarj07 (Marjorie Maj Marj ) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:22:13 -0000
says wooohhhoooooo (drinking) http://plurk.com/p/2j1s4d
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Alt.Drunken.Bastards - Official newsgroup site, dedicated to drinking in all its forms. Designated drinker, drinking games and FAQ.
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Always Drunk - Humorous offering of pictures, videos, articles and clothing.
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American Beverage Institute - Lobbying organization of alcohol-serving establishments that promotes responsible recreational drinking and attempts to counter anti-alcohol campaigns.
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Play Now Act Now - Information resource concerning alcohol and university students promoting safer celebrations.
Shrine to Spirits - Ratings and descriptions of well known spirits like vodka, rum and whiskey, as well as more obscure types such as mezcal and chiew.
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lots of information, too. ]
The Art of Drinking - General interest articles on the enjoyment of wine, spirits and beer. Also, an archive of previous pieces.
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