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Drink

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A refreshing glass of orange juice made from fresh oranges.

What is a Drink?

A drink or beverage is a liquid that people enjoy to stop feeling thirsty. Drinks are very important in our daily lives and in many cultures around the world.

Common Drinks

Many people enjoy simple drinks like drinking water, milk, and juice. Other popular drinks include smoothies, soft drinks, and warm drinks like coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. These drinks can be enjoyed hot or cold, and many have fun flavors that people love.

Why We Drink

Our bodies need water to stay healthy, and that is why we feel thirsty. When we drink, our brain helps us know that we are satisfying this need. People have always drunk water and milk, and over time, they learned to make other drinks from plants and fruits.

Fun Facts About Drinks

  • Tea is the second-most-consumed drink in the world, after water.
  • Coffee comes from the seeds of the Coffea plant and is enjoyed by many people every day.
  • Hot chocolate was first made by the Mayans thousands of years ago.

Drinks bring people together. Friends and family often share a drink during special times, like celebrations or relaxing together. Whether it is a cold glass of juice on a sunny day or a warm cup of tea on a cozy evening, drinks make life more enjoyable.

Images

A refreshing glass of tea from Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
A refreshing glass of iced water with lemon slices.
A steaming cup of coffee in a white cup.
Oolong tea leaves gently steeping in a traditional Chinese tea cup.
A refreshing cup of mint green tea

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