On Tue, 07 Mar 2006 18:47:19 -0800, Joe wrote:

No let's not. But it is sailing related knowledge that could save your
life or kill you.

It would be nice to know the truth.

I don't know if there has been anything authoritative, but, as far as I
can tell, drinking seawater won't help. Drinking urine might prolong your
life a day or two.

http://www.vanderbilt.edu/AnS/psycho...ne_Therapy.htm

http://www.goals.com/ClassRm/SailSci/osmosis1.htm