Are There Health Benefits to Drinking Hot Water?
It’s well-established that drinking water is crucial for your health. Our bodies are made up of about 60% water, and almost all of the cells in our bodies need water to function. Recently, it’s become trendy to drink water that’s been boiled or warmed, with some claiming that it may help you lose weight, improve digestion, reduce stress or even relieve constipation.
The concept of drinking plain hot water — not coffee or tea — has roots in traditional Chinese medicine. The idea is that warm water may balance your body’s chi, or vital life force.
While there are few downsides to replacing your ice water with a steaming cup of boiled water, warmed water has few scientifically proven benefits over a chilled glass. Read on to learn more, including how to try drinking hot water.
Excerpted from UT MD Anderson
