drinking

the act of consuming liquids the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess

"drink was his downfall"

Drinking is the act of consuming a liquid through the mouth. Water is required for many of the body's physiological processes, and excess or decreased water intake is associated with health problems. "Drinking" may refer specifically to alcoholism 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 body, depending on the ambient weather conditions. 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 necessary to drink 1-2 liters of water a day).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).Much of the world's disease is caused by the lack of clean drinking water. Lack of water in the diet will eventually cause death by hypernatremia and dehydration, particularly when sweating consumes much of the body water.It is also possible to Water intoxicationoverhydrate, which sometimes happens with athletes who consume too much water, thereby diluting the concentration of salts in the body.

Vessels - Drinking vesselvessels include glassglasses, cupcups, bottlebottles, canteens, or even Bowl (vessel)bowls in some cases.Fewer skills are required for drinking from a baby bottle or a cup with a lid with nozzle. Therefore these are useful for small children and people with some disabilities. If eating and drinking is not possible, alternatives are Route of administration#enteralenteral nutrition and parenteral nutrition.

Alcohol - "Drinking" is also used as a euphemism for the consumption of alcoholic beverages, with the word ''thirst'' being the corresponding euphemism used by alcoholics for craving alcohol-containing liquids.Category:Drinking !culturehe:שתייהnl:Drinken ja:飲むpt:Beberzh:飲水

The first wishing well on planet...
Wishing well (well of wishing) is a term to describe special place where any wish would be sent and placed. It came from the idea that water contained deities or had been placed there as a gift from the gods, since water was a source of life and oftentimes a scarce commodity. Water was seen to have healing powers and therefore wells became popular with many people drinking, bathing or just simply wishing over it. We all believe that our guardian or dweller of this First Wishing Well only would receive and accept every wish on Earth. After uttering the wish, one would generally drop coins in the well. Coins would be placed there as gifts for the deity in thanks.
http://www.firstwishingwell.net

Hotel La Place London, Small friendly luxury boutique townhouse hotel
Hotel La Place London room and suite accommodation. Small luxury boutique townhouse family friendly tourist and corporate hotel in Marylebone West End near Harley Street and Oxford Street
http://www.hotellaplace.com/

BPONG.COM
Home of the World Series of Beer Pong.
http://www.bpong.com/

Solidarity Water Europe
Solidarity Water Europe has been defending the following principles of the Declaration of Strasbourg for 5 years now : * Promoting access to water, sanitation services and hygiene for the most disadvantaged sections of the European population. * Informing and raising awareness in water management issues among European citizens especially the youth in a citizen mobilisation perspective. * Promoting partipatory and rational water management in line with the catchment areas while respecting the principles of democratic debate. * Promoting sharing and collaboration among all water management partners on a European scale.
http://www.s-e-e.org/

I've Never...? The Game of Truth
Game Details: I've Never... The Game of Truth is an outrageous and exciting party game where the object of the game is to ultimately reveal what you really have or have not done? This game will keep you on your toes as you and your friends land on the various drinking activities on the board. You may have to take drinks, give drinks, dance, sing, spin in a circle, etc. Takes maybe an hour or two to play. Rules: The players move around the board by answering “I've Never” questions. When a player lands on “Draw an I've Never Card,” that player draws a card from the pile and reads the question aloud. Sample Question: Q. I've never had sex outdoors? If True: Move forward 1 space. If Not True: Spin 5 times in a circle and take a drink!
http://www.ivenevergame.com/

Environmental Protection Agency
Committed to protecting the natural environment.
http://www.epa.gov/

College Drinking: Changing the Culture
Provides information about the dangers of high school and college drinking.
http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/

Drinking Water Inspectorate
Provides information on research, regulations and water testing protocols.
http://www.dwi.gov.uk/

Education Development Center, Inc.
Designs curricula and improves learning conditions for all levels of education. Order educational materials online.
http://www.edc.org/