3 Main Times To Consume Water
One of the essential thing in human life is water, without water one cannot survive we all know that, but do you really know the importance and specific timings and the quantity of water consumption?
let us understand the importance of water and the benefits which we can have from its consumption, in a specific time.
People often have this confusion about the consumption of water.
There are a lot of theories & concepts on the internet which educates around this topic.
But I don’t want to explain to you the whole idea behind the consumption of water.
Instead, I would like to educate you around the 3 mandatory times to drink water and why it is that important in your everyday life.
According to science, one should have at least 8 glasses of water in a day, but the most important thing is the timing when you consume water.
The first time to have a glass of water is in the morning. before even brushing the teeth.
The very moment when you step out of your bed, go into the kitchen to have a glass of water.
That’s the first thing I want you to do while waking up in the morning.
Now let’s see what happens when you drink a glass of water, at the very moment when you wake up.
1. Drinking water immediately in the morning helps to re-hydrate your body.
2. This amount of water also fuels your brain, as you may know, that the human brain is made up of 70% fluid.
3. A glass of water in the morning helps you flush out the toxins from your body.
4. Removal of toxins from your body improves the digestive function of the body. Which in turn helps in natural weight loss.
5. Release of toxins from the blood improves skin.
The second time to have a glass of water is before an hour of your lunch/dinner.
And the third time to have a glass of water after an hour of your lunch/dinner.
Now the reason for having a glass of water after & before an hour of your lunch and not in between that one-hour time gap both after as well before having a meal is that drinking water withing that time-space disrupts the fire(AGNI) in our body which helps in the digestion of food.
And indigestion is the main reason for all the diseases in the human body
So to ensure efficient & proper digestion of food, it is recommended to drink water after & before one hour of lunch/dinner and not in between.
Also, the water should be drunk at room temperature.
Cold/chilled water should be avoided at any cost as it disrupts the internal body temperature.
Cold Water Effects your Digestion
One of the main reasons to avoid drinking chilled water is because it has a serious implication on your digestion. Chilled water as well as some cold beverages contract the blood vessels and also restrict digestion. The natural process of absorbing nutrients during digestion is hindered when you consume chilled water. The reason is your body’s focus is diverted from digestion to regulating the body temperature and the chilled water. Your body needs to spend extra energy to regulate body temperature when you consume anything which has a very low temperature. The extra energy is necessary for proper digestion and absorbing the nutrients which are hindered.
Decreases Heart Rate
Another reason to avoid drinking chilled water is that it decreases the heart rate. Studies have shown that drinking chilled water not only decreases the heart rate but also stimulates the vagus nerve. The nerve which controls the involuntary functions of the body. The nerve is also an integral part of the nervous system. As the vagus nerve is directly affected by the low temperature of the water, the heart rate eventually slows down.
Shocks your Body
Drinking chilled water after a strenuous work out should be strictly avoided. Many people make the mistake of drinking chilled water, especially during summer after working out. However, according to gym experts, it is advisable to drink warm water after work out. Your body generates a lot of heat when you work out. If you drink chilled water, there is a temperature mismatch which takes a toll on your digestive health. Your body also finds it difficult to absorb cold water after work out. Drinking chilled water right after work out may lead to chronic stomach pain as extremely cold water shocks your body.
Effects of Fat Breakdown
Drinking chilled water immediately after a meal also interferes with your body’s ability to breakdown fats. The cold temperature of water solidifies fats from the foods and as a result, it becomes difficult for your body to breakdown the unwanted fats from your body. Even if you drink normal water, ensure that you wait for 30 minutes after a meal before drinking water to get the maximum benefits.
Leads to Constipation
Drinking room temperature water is necessary for the digestive process, however, drinking chilled water can lead to constipation. The reason is when you drink chilled water, the food solidifies and hardens when passing through the body. The intestines also contract which is one of the major causes of constipation.
