What Is The Right Time To Drink Hot Water? How Does It Have An Effect On Your Digestion?

Water is essential for your life as it keeps you hydrated; it also maintains good health. While most people drink cold water, experts say consuming hot or warm water also has numerous health benefits that many may not be aware of.

Doctors say even though you can drink hot water at any time of the day, it will give you more benefits than just a warm fuzzy feeling. Your morning brew is doing more than you think and so consuming warm water when you wake up will give the much-needed boost to your digestive system. Apart from hydrating you, it filters out toxins, making you instantly feel refreshed.

Most health benefits of hot water are based on anecdotal reports, as there is not much scientific research in this area. That said, many people feel benefits from this remedy, especially first thing in the morning or even right before bed. However, drinking water at night can make you get up to use the washroom.

According to experts, when drinking hot beverages, make sure to have an optimal temperature of between 130 and 160°F (54 and 71°C). Temperatures above this can cause burns or scalds.

Hot water creates steam and holding a hot cup and taking a deep inhale of this gentle vapour helps loosen clogged sinuses and even relieves a sinus headache. Drinking hot water helps warm your mucous membranes along with your sinuses and throat and soothe a sore throat.

According to studies, hot drinks like tea provide quick and lasting relief from a runny nose, coughing, sore throat, and tiredness.

Achalasia is a rare disorder that affects the muscles of the esophagus, making it difficult to swallow. And so, if you feel that food is getting stuck in your esophagus instead of moving to the stomach, you can drink a hot cup of water to feel relieved.

Hot water always helps you keep the digestive system moving. As the water moves through your stomach and intestines, the body is better able to eliminate waste.

According to doctors, it can also activate the digestive system by dissolving and dissipating the food you have eaten that your body might have had trouble digesting. Studies say hot or warm water has favourable effects on intestinal movements and gas expulsion after surgery.

Dehydration is the most common cause of constipation. Many times, drinking water can be a quick, easy, and reliable way to relieve and prevent constipation.

According to doctors, staying hydrated helps soften stool and makes it easier to pass. Drinking hot water regularly may help keep your bowel movements regular.

According to doctors, healthy blood flow can affect everything, from your blood pressure to your risk of heart disease. And so, it is important to take warm baths to help your circulatory organs—arteries and veins—expand and carry blood more effectively throughout your body.

Similarly, drinking hot water can also have the same effect.

Doctors say while there is direct research into the benefits of hot versus cold water, drinking hot water is considered safe and can be a good way to make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day.

Getting into the habit of drinking hot water is easy. Start your day with a cup of boiled water, left to cool for a while. If you are not a tea or coffee drinker, try hot water with lemon or orange slices. You can also add a light session of stretching to your routine to feel more energized and better equipped to tackle the day.

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