When it comes to drinking water, people often have obvious alternatives-some will go for a steaming mug, while others cannot go without their icy water. Despite the temperature, water is extremely important for our health. In addition to hydration, it helps to maintain shining skin, supports proper digestion, and even manages headaches. But have you ever wondered why many welfare practices have urged people to drink hot water instead of their cold counterparts? Although it may feel refreshed, cold water may not be the best thing for your digestion. How does it affect your body? Let us know what experts have to say.
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Cold water Why is not good for your digestive system
Cold water, or in fact, any cold foods like ice cream and soda are not good for your digestive system because it reduces your fire, which is called digestive fire in Ayurveda.
Why is fire important?
According to Ayurvedic health coach Dimple Jangda, fire is important to maintain and maintain life, and also support important functions such as digestion, metabolism and immunity. There is a warm internal environment in your body – 37 *C – which supports life.
What happens to your body when you drink cold water?
1. When you drink cold water or eat cold foods, it reduces fire and at the same time, weakens your digestive system, causing it to become more dull and slow, which leads to weight, indigestion and inflammation It happens.
2. Cold water interferes with stomach acid and bile which dilutes them, which can cause indigestion. In addition, your body has to spend more energy to heat cold fluids in your stomach, which can cause lethargy, fatigue and discomfort.
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What to do instead?
According to Jungda, instead of selecting cold water, include warm water in your daily diet to keep your digestive system happy.
1. Sips hot water during meals if you have to drink water.
2. Sips hot water 30 minutes before and after meals
3. To improve your digestive, metabolism and immunity, you may also have very hot, herbal tea with lemon juice splashes.
How does hot water benefit your body?
Drinking warm water, even when you yearn for cold, can make many benefits to your body.
1. Prevents constipation
According to the advisory nutritionist Rupali Dutta, the hot water is great for internal ‘cleaning’ because it controls bowel movement and prevents constipation.
2. Great for shining skin
When you drink hot water, it increases your body temperature and helps to release toxins. This detoxification is very good for shining skin.
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3. Stimulates hunger
According to Bangalore -based nutritionist Anju Sood, when you drink warm water, your body has to work hard to bring its temperature down. It helps in starting the metabolic system and stimulates appetite.
4. Cleans congestion
Hot water and its steam helps clean the crowd and calms a throat pain. Drinking it regularly will also help prevent phlegm accumulation.
So, choose hot water in your routine to keep your digestive system smooth and happy!
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