Water gives us life and we all know how good it feels to quench our thirst with a nice tall glass of cool water. But is cool water always the best option? Or maybe there are occasions where we should opt for warm water?
Some experts speculate on what the best water temperature is to achieve optimal hydration. After all, our internal body temperature is 37.0 °C (98.6 °F) which is vastly different from that of a glass of cool water.
Ancient medicine systems such as Ayurveda, which originated in India more than 3,000 years ago and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) both highlight the importance of temperature and its effects on the body. So it seems that there are certain occasions where warm water is more appropriate than cold!
Whether cold or warm water – the most important thing is to stay hydrated and listen to your body. Our bodies have their own innate intelligence and often tell us what we need to know. The importance of water is also featured in my e-book about superfoods and how they can improve your health, which is part of my Natural Health Revolution Program. This program will help you to achieve your health, nutrition and weight loss goals.
When you’re working out or the weather is hot outside, you’ll likely crave ice water. But when you’re sick with a cold you will be more inclined to want hot water. It’s still good to know the science behind the best times for cold vs. warm water!
What the Ancient Medicine Say About Water Temperature
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) doctors have advised against drinking cold water for thousands of years. The logic behind this premise is that cold water has the overall effect of contracting, slowing and shrinking. Warm water helps to keep everything fluid, protects the internal organs and increases healthy blood flow and circulation (6).
Ayurveda has a similar stand point and doesn’t recommend cold water for the same reasons. Keep in mind these are very old systems of medicine. When these systems were put in place, people weren’t typically worried about losing weight. They were more concerned about how to preserve energy. However, in most cases these ancient medicine systems are time tested and have withstood the medical trends that we see come and go. In regards to healthy digestion and maintaining high energy levels it is probably better to drink room temperature or warm water.
The Rest of the Time
Aside from the circumstances listed above, the consensus from a broad spectrum of health professionals is to stick with room temperature water. Always take into the consideration what the temperature is outside. On a hot day, drink cold water, on a cold winter morning you will probably want to opt for hot or warm water. Drinking warm water in the morning is a great way to stimulate digestion and get the blood flowing to increase energy, and it’s also detoxifying. Adding citrus or herbs to your water can make it more enjoyable if you don’t like the taste. Many people stick to cold water because it tastes better, but room temperature water can be just as enjoyable. Remember to listen to your body, often it is the best health authority.
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