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Manipulation :   1 : to move or control with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner a baby learning to manipulate blocks Parallel parking requires manipulating a large, heavy, expensive thing into a tight space … —Aarian Marshall 2 a : to manage or utilize skillfully As part of the experiment, students manipulated light and temperature to see how it affected the plants. … quantify our data and manipulate it statistically … —S. L. Payne b : to control or play upon by artful, unfair, or insidious means especially to one's own advantage The editorial was a blatant attempt to manipulate public opinion. … being used and manipulated by the knowing men around him. —New Republic 3 : to change by deceptive or unfair means so as to serve one's purpose : doctor The company manipulated its accounts to exaggerate its profits. … suspected that the police reports were manipulated … —Evelyn G. Cruickshanks ↻ꨄ︎ sharing is caring...

For something as simple and essential as water, there's a surprising amount of debate about the best temperature to drink it. While some swear by the refreshing crispness of a cold glass, others advocate for the soothing properties of warm water. But is there a real difference in how our bodies process and benefit from water at varying temperatures? Let's dive into the science and traditional wisdom behind this age-old question. The Case for Warm Water Across many ancient healing systems, including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda, warm water is lauded for its therapeutic effects. The belief is that warm water supports the body's natural digestive fire (Agni in Ayurveda) and maintains internal balance. Improved Digestion: Drinking warm water can help break down food more easily and speed up the digestive process. It can also help to dissolve and flush out fats, making it beneficial after a meal. For individuals experiencing constipation, warm water can st...