We all know that 60% of our body comprises of water and it is important to drink it for hydration, fueling the body, building energy and for proper functioning of all vital organs.
Doctors recommend drinking 11 to 16 cups of water daily depending on our lifestyle and body needs. While most of us tend to drink cold water, Ayurveda recommends drinking it warm.
The ancient medicine strongly suggests drinking warm water especially in the mornings as it heals body from within, boosts metabolism, fuels digestive power. Studies reveal that warm water tightens intestines and reduces metabolic waste.
Here is why you should be drinking warm water for health benefits.
Flushes Out Toxins:
Nothing works like a warm cup of water to clear toxins out of the body. It also helps in breaking down of the food and energizes the digestive system, making it easier to digest. If you are having stomach related issues like constipation, acidity or even cough, cold, keep sipping on warm water for major relief.
Relieves Constipation:
Warm water helps in treating even chronic constipation. Drinking warm water on empty stomach in the morning improves bowel movements, alleviates stomach pain, break down foods and aid them in passing smoothly through the intestines. Bowel stimulation helps body return to normal functioning.
Pain Relief:
Do you know that hot water gives instant relief from migraine, other types of headaches, pain during menstruation? The heat generated by warm water is known for its healing effects on abdominal muscles and provide instant relief from spasms and cramps. Moreover, warm water improves blood circulation to skin making it glow.
