Side effects of Drinking Hot water in Empty Stomach
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1 Introduction
The habit of drinking hot water on an empty stomach generally has many health benefits, many people include them in daily health care routine, including Me. I drink warm water in morning atleast 3 days a week. It has benefits like improved digestion, but excessive consumption of too hot water on empty stomach can rise many side effects & Health issues as well. There are Potential risks of Side effects of Drinking Hot Water in Empty Stomach as well.
2 Side Effects of Drinking Hot Water in Empty Stomach
Digestive Problems
Warm water aids digestion, but when consumption is excessive in quantity on an empty stomach, it may cause nausea, vomiting, bloating, uneasiness.
Scalding
Drinking too hot water on empty stomach can cause burn of sensitive tissues of mouth, throat and esophagus, hence precaution needs to be taken.
Tooth Enamel Erosion
Habitual ingestion of very hot water can cause erosion of vital tooth enamel over time, those already having tooth problem needs to be cautious of it.
Acid Reflux/ GERD
For some people very hot water can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, potentially causing back flow of acid, that increases symptoms of Acid reflux or GERD.
Electrolyte Imbalance
Drinking large amount of water quickly within short span on an empty stomach can flush out essential electrolyte needed by body too quickly, which leads to dizziness and nausea.
Feeling Discomfort
When the temperature outside is already high and you consume very hot water on empty stomach, it will increase the temperature of body, leading to feeling discomfort.
3 Best Tips to follow
Drinking Water Temperature
Make sure the water you drink is warm or lukewarm, not too hot of high temperature to cause problems.
Testing before including Drinking Hot Water in Daily Habit
If you suffer from Acid reflux, Digestive Problems or GERD, monitor how your body reacts to the practice after drinking warm water, do test before including it Daily Habit for healthcare.
Quantity of Drinking Warm water
Maintain moderation of quantity in Drinking warm water. Do not drink large quantity quickly which may cause health problems.
4 Conclusion
Drinking moderate quantity of warm water in the morning is Safe and beneficial for health for most people. But if you are on medication for a health issue then consult a physician before drinking warm water as it can sometimes impact the medication efficiency u are taking on.