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Thirst
. Ed(S): Ramsay, David J.; Booth, David
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Paperback. Editor(s): Ramsay, David J.; Booth, David. Series: ILSI Human Nutrition Reviews. Num Pages: 509 pages, 91 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFG; PSB; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 27. Weight in Grams: 919.
At one time or another, everyone has said "I am thirsty". Yet what causes this sensation of thirst? It is obvious that a certain quantity of fluid must be present for the body to function normally. How does a water deficit in the body then influence drinking habits? But supposing the physiological need is met, what about the psychological need or social need? Water is certainly the most necessary fluid; then why do we humans often prefer other beverages, even at great cost of effort or money or health? The subject of thirst and drinking behavior are uniquely discussed in ... Read more
At one time or another, everyone has said "I am thirsty". Yet what causes this sensation of thirst? It is obvious that a certain quantity of fluid must be present for the body to function normally. How does a water deficit in the body then influence drinking habits? But supposing the physiological need is met, what about the psychological need or social need? Water is certainly the most necessary fluid; then why do we humans often prefer other beverages, even at great cost of effort or money or health? The subject of thirst and drinking behavior are uniquely discussed in ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
509
Condition
New
Series
ILSI Human Nutrition Reviews
Number of Pages
509
Place of Publication
England, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781447118190
SKU
V9781447118190
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