How to drink water correctly , Are you drinking water the wrong way ? 5 Reasons

How to drink water correctly , Are you drinking water the wrong way ? 5 Reasons

How to drink water correctly ? Around 71 % of the Planet’s surface is covered by water and 2/3 of our body is made up of water. So for the proper functioning of the organs adequate water is essential. However the same water when consumed in a wrong way becomes the reason for most shocking health problems like migraine, joint pain, weak digestion, skin problems, hair fall, lethargy, heart and kidney problems. The sad part is that 99% of the people drink water in a wrong way ,due to which they are unintentionally harming their body rather than getting benefits from this miraculous drink. So if you want to move the right way of drinking water stay tuned and read till the end. Water is most important for our body. Without water we can't use the nutrients that come from carbs, proteins and fats. Because water is so essential and beneficial it does not mean that we can drink water whenever we want to. In this Article I will share with you five reasons that you are drinking water the wrong way and the waste of accept. By reading the article till the end, you will have a clearer idea as to what, when and how to drink water? So ,it works for you and not against you lets start.

1.     Drinking water before and after meals.

Gulping a glass of water after meals(Lunch or Dinner)  may or might be the most satisfying thing for you. However this is the worst thing that you can do to your body. When we eat a meal our body's temperature rises for better digestion. But drinking water just after the food /Meals , instantly dilutes the gastric juices reducing the body's ability to digest food. This way the food doesn't get digested properly and rots within the system and when food rots within the system not only your body fails to absorb the nutrients from it, but also it brings along they just have problems like bloating ,gas ,acidity etc. This is the reason you see people saying that I eat mostly healthy food but I am still not able to get the desired results. I am not able to lose weight even though I am drinking plenty of water. The reason is that you are drinking water just before or after meals. One small hack is that, I practice is that instead of drinking, I rinse my mouth with it always. It really helps.

2.     Gulping down the water.

In today's fast-paced like most people mindlessly drink water. It might seem hard to believe but in reality the way water enters your body can make a huge difference. If you drink water too first, anyway your body won't accept it and would flush most of it out. Exactly the opposite of what you wanted to happen . Moreover our stomach is acidic in nature ,on the other hand saliva in her mouth is alkaline in nature and its job is to stabilize the acid and stomach. When we drink a large amount of water at once, very less saliva gets mixed with the water ,so the atmosphere inside the stomach remains acidic in nature . This may cause acidity, indigestion ,bloating gas etc. Even gain in weight because stomach fails to absorb the nutrients from the food and remove the unwanted material from the body . Ideally one should slowly sip the water. To start with, you can avoid bottles with wide mouth or even better to use a glass or sipper.

3.     Drinking chilled water.

Do you after coming back from office run to the refrigerator grabbing the bottle of chilled water to quench your thirst ??? if yes, then you better stop doing that with immediate effect!!! Drinking chilled water can not only cause a sore throat, but also has serious be merits. Firstly, Chilled /cold water shrinks the blood vessels which seriously restricting the whole digestion process. Chilled water also tend to solidify the facts from the food making it tough for your body to break down the unwanted fats. Another major side effect of drinking cold water is joint pains. Not only this there are many studies proving today that chilled water decreases the heart rate. Ideally, one should drink water at room temperature and lukewarm water is even better alternative. Although, if at all you want to drink cold water start using earthen pots ,not only are they natural water cooler but also balance the pH of water removing the impurities.

4.     Drinking too much water.

I have come across people who forcefully drink water throughout the day even when they are not thirsty. Just because of someone told them that more water means more benefits of the health. Of course proper hydration is important but excess of anything is bad and this holds true for water also. Drinking water in excess makes the salts and other electrolytes in our body too diluted and one of sodium stops is to balance the fluid in and around yourselves. Drinking too much water causes an imbalance and the liquid moves from blood to inside yourselves making them swell. And in case of brain cells that seriously bad news. Having yellowish urine and past lips are some of the signals given by the body that you are dehydrated .

5.     Drinking it while standing.

The last not the least reason that you are drinking water the wrong way is that you are drinking it while standing. Another side effect of fast paced lives is that today people drink water not just standing but walking or even while running. When we drink water in standing position our kidneys are not able to filter the water properly. Moreover in this position your muscles and nervous system are not relaxed and it makes difficult for your nerves too quickly digest the fluid .This may disrupt the balance of fluids in the body leading to greater accumulation of fluids in the joints, thus triggering arthritis. So ,it is best way to sit down and sip water slowly and slowly.

So ,these were some of the most common mistakes that people do while drinking water.

Let us now see when how much and in which utensil you should drink water.

a.     When to drink water.

Whenever you feel thirsty drink water. However one time when water should never be skipped is just after waking up. We have already discussed how saliva helps in neutralizing the stomach acid and the morning saliva is considered to be most effective. So, every morning before brushing your teeth, you drink water. Water can also be consumed in between the meals and not after meals. Keep a gap of at least one hour after the meals and 30 minutes before the meals.

b.     How much water to drink?

How much water a person needs in a day depends on many like individuals body type with physical activity and climate. Our body also gets water from various foods like fruits and vegetables. So, it would be unfair to give one fixed quantity of water . It is best to see how your body responds and drink accordingly. Generally speaking 2.5 to 3 litres per day is good enough.

c.      In which utensil should we drink water?

Water can be consumed from any utensil. However, if you drink water from a copper vessel the benefits get multiplied. It is recommended to store water in a copper vessel and night before keep it near you, preferably on a wooden surface and have this water first thing in the morning .Make sure you drink from the copper vessel itself and not transfer it into any other metal container. Drink this copper charged water for just 3 months and you will be amazed to see what it does to your body. Water is life, it is panacea for many health problems. All we need to do is drink it the right way, like water gives glow to your skin from within.

So , Friend I hope you have learned “ How to drink water correctly”? you will not do the simple mistakes if you are doing and follow the above easy methods daily. If you like the article please share with your friends , families, relatives and your loved ones. Thanking you for your time to read. Awaiting for your comments and suggestions.    


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