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Reasons why warm water is good to consume in the morning
Here are some reasons why you should have warm water in the morning instead of coffee.
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You can add ginger and lemon to warm water to combat nasal congestion and a sore throat. (Shutterstock/File)
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lthough it is advised to drink eight to 12 glasses of water daily, many people choose to drink coffee or tea in the morning. Having warm water instead could actually improve one's health. Here are the reasons why according to tempo.co:
Assisting digestion
Drinking warm water on an empty stomach is good for your digestive system; it helps particles move through the intestines.
Reducing weight
Water improves metabolic rate and makes blood circulate faster, therefore it burns fat in your body. It is recommended to infuse lemon juice and honey to increase the effect.
(Read also: True or false: Drinking ice-cold water leads to weight gain)
Combating nasal congestion
Those who often experience sore throats and nasal congestion should drink warm water as it helps to relieve the pain and thin mucus in the nasal passage. You may also add ginger and lemon into the water.
Escalating sweat production
Warm water is able to increase your body temperature, therefore it makes you sweat. Toxins in your body are washed out through sweat.
Relieving menstrual cramp
Consuming warm water helps relieve menstrual cramps as it soothes the abdominal muscles and provides warmth, reducing the pain slowly. (wir/asw)
