Water is essential for keeping the body hydrated and providing essential nutrients. I’m sure you’ll agree that a glass of ice-cold water may do wonders for your body on a hot and sunny day. You can’t put into words the peace that will overcome you....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
If you are someone who enjoys drinking ice water after a spicy or hot meal, it’s important to know that it can cause physical harm. Healthline recommends waiting at least an hour before drinking hot water after eating a spicy meal.
Consuming cold water with a hot meal can lead to gastrointestinal distress as fats harden, making digestion more difficult. This can result in issues like constipation and acid reflux (heartburn). Additionally, the mucous membrane in your nose can thicken after eating, which can make it hard to breathe if you drink cold water.
Drinking cold water will prevent your body from flushing out the mucous if your nostril is clogged before eating spicy foods.
Some people are so hooked on it that they continue to drink cold water even though they know it would make their catarrh worse.
Third, it can make migraines much more severe for those who already suffer from them. Those in this group should resist the inclination to wash down their food with ice or cold water.
Achalasia is a rare disorder that prevents food from passing through the esophagus and into the stomach, and this condition makes eating extremely uncomfortable.
Drinking cold water soon after eating can exacerbate this problem. It is recommended that you adopt the Chinese practice of sipping warm water or tea after meals.…CONTINUE READING>>
