Centuries of anecdotal evidence support the theory that room temperature and warm water are optimal for health and digestion.
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Thickened Nasal Mucus
You may have been told not to drink cold water when sick as a child.
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However, this study is very old and small and hasn’t been replicated since.
Moreover, the participants were not actually sick during the study.
When it comes to cold water and headaches, knowing your own body is best.
Cold water can trigger esophageal spasms and exacerbate achalasia symptoms.
The study revealed that drinking cold water made achalasia symptoms worse.
In contrast, the researchers found that hot water reduced achalasia symptoms.
They concluded that people with achalasia should aim to consume warm or hot drinks and avoid cold drinks.
The pressor response comes up whenever blood pressure rises from drinking water (of any temperature).
This is a sudden decrease in blood pressure upon rising.
Both age groups had increased blood pressure, but it was greater in the older group.
This increase in blood pressure isn’t necessarily a “bad” thing since it is temporary.
Should You Drink Cold Water After a Meal?
Some people believe thatdrinking cold water after a mealincreases the risk of some gastrointestinal cancers.
However, no evidence indicates that drinking cold water after a meal could be bad for you.
Water is healthy, and humans need it to survive.
When to Drink Cold Water
Drinking water at any temperature is healthy for you.
These include:
What Is the Ideal Water Temperature?
Ultimately, the best water temperature is the one that motivates you to drink water.
According to scientific evidence, drinking cold water is in no way “bad” for you.
The moral of the story is that drinking waterwhether cold or warmis good for you.
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