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10 Health Benefits Of Drinking Warm Water In The Morning

The practice of drinking warm water in the morning, rooted in Ayurvedic tradition, has long been valued in India- a practice which has been passed down to generations due to its health benefits.

Many people drink a glass full of water every day just after waking up. Do you know what health benefits it has? Drinking warm water first thing in the morning has not one but many benefits that have been researched well and supported by scientists. The practice of drinking warm water in the morning, rooted in Ayurvedic tradition, has long been valued in India. This practice has been passed down to generations due to the innumerable health benefits that it has.

Research indicates that drinking water is good for your body but drinking warm water has a lot of health benefits. While staying hydrated is essential for overall health, incorporating warm water into your morning routine can provide additional health benefits, such as improved digestion, enhanced circulation, and better detoxification.

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HEALTH BENEFITS OF DRINKING WARM WATER:

Let's dive deep into the 10 health benefits of drinking warm water - 

  •  Aids In Digestion:

Warm water can help dissolve and break down food that may be difficult for your body to digest, therefore, helping in improving digestion. Indigestion, bloating, cramps and constipation can be cured to some extent if you’re having a glass of warm water. It can also stimulate the digestive organs and increase blood flow to the digestive system, helping in eliminating body waste and dissolving food which further helps our body to digest properly. 

  •  Soothes Pain:

A glass of warm water can help you alleviate bodily discomfort, and soothe your pain by improving circulation and blood flow. It can also help relax tense muscles which can reduce muscle cramps.

A glass of warm water can also provide a soothing effect which calms the nervous system down and reduces the perception of pain. 

  • Detoxifies Impurities From Our Body:

The warmth of the water raises your body temperature, which can induce sweating that helps in cleaning the pores and is crucial for detoxifying the body by removing toxins. Additionally, warm water also helps to maintain digestive health and support regular bowel movements of the body.

  • Helps Relieve Stress:

Researchers have said that drinking warm water can help an individual bring down their levels of stress, by calming the nervous system.

  • Skin Benefits:

When actors are asked about their secrets for maintaining clear, glowing skin, they often give the same advice: drink a glass of warm water regularly, especially first thing in the morning. 

Drinking warm water can reduce any signs of ageing and improve skin health by increasing the skin’s blood flow, repairing skin cells, preventing premature ageing, keeping skin hydrated and giving relief from any kind of inflammation. You can achieve glowing skin if you adhere to a glass of warm water each day. 

  • Improves Quality Of Hair:

It has been noticed that regular intake of warm water helps us keep our hair healthy. Warm water can stimulate nerve endings at the hair roots, leading to softer, longer, and shinier hair. Apart from this, the detoxification helps in reducing scalp issues such as dandruff. It also improves the blood circulation to the scalp which aids in better hair quality. 

  • Helps In Weight Loss:

Drinking a glass of warm water before meals can help an individual lose weight. It promotes satiety by helping you feel fuller, further ensuring that the body doesn’t get involved in overeating. Warm water slightly increases body temperature which enhances the metabolic rate and helps in burning calories.  

  • Helps With Congestion:

Drinking warm water is an easy remedy to soothe stubborn congestion, making nasal allergies and colds go away. Warm water can open up the nasal passage and promote better airflow. It also reduces irritation in the throat and thins mucus, thus making it easier to expel and relieve congestion. 

People suffering from sinusitis are advised to drink warm water regularly to get relief from nasal blockage. 

  • Eases Menstrual Cramps:

Menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea are the cramps that menstruating women feel in the lower abdomen, thighs and back. This can be too uncomfortable at times, making an individual take the support of painkillers.

Drinking warm water can boost blood flow throughout your body and help relax your muscles, which may alleviate cramps caused by uterine contractions. Not only this, it also reduces bloating which usually occurs during menstruation.  

  • Improves Circulation:

Warm water helps our blood vessels to expand which helps in a good circulation of blood. The habit of drinking warm water every day can also help us prevent any risk of having blood pressure-related issues or any cardiovascular diseases.

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