You have often heard that a good portion of people who engage in physical activity or celebrities start their morning with a glass of warm water on an empty stomach. If you have not asked for a "why", now is the time to do so.
Drinking warm water in the morning brings endless health benefits ranging from losing extra pounds to improving the digestive system. According to ancient Chinese medicine, starting the day by drinking a glass of water on an empty stomach means cleansing the digestive system, speeding up the metabolism and strengthening the immune system. What exactly are the benefits you get from sober hot water?
1. You can lose weight!
It's the first thing you need to do every morning if you are trying to lose weight. Lukewarm water raises body temperature which in turn increases the metabolic rate (the rate at which our body burns calories). When this rate increases, our body is able to burn more calories during the day, which helps us lose weight faster.
2. Improves the digestive system
The digestive tract is activated thus hydrating the stomach and eliminating harmful toxins from the body. Warm water also lowers the risk of constipation and improves bowel movements.
3. Reduces headache from the sinuses
If you suffer from sinusitis, try to start the morning with a glass of warm water. You will see how much it will help you to clear the blocked mucous membranes, freeing the sinuses from the loads and consequently, reducing the headache.
4. Improves blood circulation
Dilation of arteries and veins improves blood circulation. It also helps to relax the muscles, relieve their pain and reduce the risk of heart problems.
5. Helps the body stay detoxified
High body temperature makes you sweat and along with sweat flush out all the toxins eliminated from the body.
6. Fights the cold
The heat you get from warm water is very effective if you are going through a flu or have chest pain.
7. Reduces menstrual cycle pain
When you are menstruating try drinking warm water as by increasing blood circulation to the abdominal muscles, the muscles will calm down and relax.
8. Prevents premature aging
Did you know that the accumulation of toxins in the body causes the skin to wrinkle faster? By drinking warm water, it releases toxins and repairs skin cells thus increasing its elasticity.
How much should you consume?
At least 2 liters of lukewarm water a day to get all the benefits mentioned above.
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The only danger that comes from it is that it can be very warm the moment you consume it and you can burn it. So before you drink it, try it by hand.
Source: Bold Sky
