It has been stated in Ayurveda that drinking water in a standing position can lead to pain in the joints. In Ayurveda, it is said that the balance of fluids gets disrupted in the body by drinking anything in a standing position, which leads to further accumulation of excess fluids in the joints and causes arthritis.
A person should not drink a whole glass of water in a single gulp. The water needs to be sipped at a normal pace and a few seconds of break needs to be taken halfway. If a person drinks water hurriedly, it can lead to bloating. Taking sips of water helps with digestion as well.
During scorching summers, everyone wants a glass of chilled water straight from the fridge. But Ayurveda states that it is best to avoid cold water and instead, water kept at room temperature should be consumed.
As per Ayurveda, you must drink water first thing in the morning after waking up. This practice of drinking water in the morning is called ‘Ushapan’ and it helps in clearing toxins from the body. It is suggested to drink warm water which helps in clearing out the intestines and keeps the body well hydrated.
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It is recommended under Ayurveda that water must be stored in either copper or silver vessels. It is also better if you drink water from copper or silver glasses. According to ancient texts, water kept in these metal vessels gets positively charged and helps boost immunity. Such water also has anti-cancer properties and aids the digestion process.