Intake (noun)

1. The act or process of taking in food, drink, or air.
2. The amount of food, drink, or air taken in.
3. The process of taking in and admitting people or things into an organization, institution, or system.

Origin:

Early 19th century: from in- "into" + take.

Examples:

1. Her doctor recommended she increase her daily water intake.
2. The intake of sugar and processed foods was linked to a higher risk of disease.
3. The university has a strict intake process for new students.
4. The hospital increased its intake capacity to accommodate the surge in patients.
5. The program aimed to improve the nutritional intake of low-income families.