How do you hydrate yourself correctly?? Is there any hard and fast rule on how to drink water? While some say you should drink 8 glasses a day, others say you shouldn’t drink too much water, so who is right? Many others also feel it isn’t right to drink water while having meals.
However!! Even as the debate continues, one common advice that all agree upon is that warm water is better than cold water. But!! Easier said than done because that’s precisely how people chill after work by reaching for a cold glass of water. Here are 7 facts about water that will change your perception on water and its relation to health.
1 Warm water is good for sore throat
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Yes, if you have a dry throat or if it is sore, then hot water can provide your relief from pain and swelling in the throat. Warm water can also prevent a sore throat from increasing further. It is also good for a cough too.
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2 Hot water is good for bloating
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Water is generally good for reducing stomach cramps but hot water is much better when it comes to cramps, gas and bloating. It helps relax your stomach muscles and is also good for digestion.
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3 Hot water stimulates the digestive system
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As mentioned earlier, Hot water stimulates the colon and increases its activity for better digestion. It also improves the body’s ability to absorb food faster. This prevents any occurrence of gas or indigestion.
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