7 Benefits of  Hot Water

Sep 18, 2023, 07:48 IST

WION Desk

Drinking hot water is beneficial for health, according to experts. It helps in relieving stress, improves digestion, eases congestion, and even promotes relaxation, reports Healthline.

Helps in treating nasal congestion

Hot water creates steam, helping in warming the throat and treating runny nose and sinus.

Helps in proper digestion

Hot water can dissipate food that our body cannot digest properly. It moves from the stomach and intestine and helps in the better elimination of waste from our bodies.

Keeps body hydrated

Hot water helps in recovering fluids, especially in cold weather, when our body tends to release more fluids. It helps in the optimal functioning of the body.

Reduces shivering in cold weather

When the human body is exposed to cold, it tends to shiver. Drinking hot water helps increase internal temperature, which in turn reduces shivering.

Improves blood circulation

Due to its warmth, hot water can dilate blood vessels which in turn helps in an increased flow of blood and oxygen in the human body.

Detoxifies body

There is no evidence that hot water helps in detoxification but drinking water at any temperature helps in keeping your body detoxified. Hot water helps keep joints lubricated and in fight inflammation.

Reduces stress

Since hot water helps in circulation and keeps a person hydrated, it results in lesser feelings of anxiousness and people tend to be calmer.

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