Hot Water Benefits

Unless you stay in very cold climates, hot water is not preferred by most of the people. Most of us do not like drinking hot water either. Some of us are of the opinion that drinking hot water is not refreshing.

There are others who feel that their thirst is not curbed when they drink hot water. Some are also of the opinion that using hot water dries their skin. However, once you know some of its benefits, you will certainly want to switch over to drinking hot water as opposed to cold water.

There are certain side effect of drinking cold water. Cold water can over stimulate the kidneys. It can lead to throat pain, sinusitis, etc. Take a look at the hot water benefits before you form any fixed opinion about using hot water.

• According to experts, soaking yourself in hot water will help dull any pain that you are experiencing, in any part of the body.

• Soaking in hot water improves blood circulation, which in turn improves the body mechanism. When you dip yourself in water, the body tries to adjust to the temperature by pumping the heart faster. However, this is a temporary increase in blood pressure. This enhances blood circulation.

• The longer the body is soaked into hot water, it causes the blood to warm up. This leads to expansion of the blood vessels. As the warm blood reaches deeper and deeper into the muscles, it helps in muscle relaxation. Hot water also helps in increasing the range of motion of the muscles.

• The top layers of the skin are well cleansed. This helps eliminate the root cause of infections.
• There are benefits of hot water for people who suffer from insomnia as well. They would want to try dunking themselves in hot water about two hours before they hit the sack. It will help in relaxing the body, and thereby inducing a good nights sleep.

• The most important benefit of drinking hot water is that it improves blood circulation. Many doctors recommend drinking hot water with honey and lemon first thing in the morning. Lemon and honey in the water lend a better taste to the water, and also help to boost the immunity of the body.

• Drinking hot water in the morning helps in restoring the moisture that was lost from the body when sleeping.
• Drinking hot water also soothes the insides and helps in keeping them warm.

• Hot water helps in cleaning the system by removing the unwanted material and toxins from the body. If these toxins accumulate in the body, they can cause dehydration and further lead to tension, aches, pain, and headache. Many of us suffer from headaches which we are unable to find the cause of.

In most cases, it is because our bowel is not clean. Drinking warm water helps our body to work more efficiently and also prevent constipation, diarrhea, or irritable bowel syndrome.

• If you are unable to drink hot water in the morning as soon as you wake up, make it a habit to have a glass of hot water before you head to the breakfast table. Hot water ensures that the digestive system works smoothly.
• The skin becomes smooth and starts glowing as it gets rid of the accumulated toxins. This is the indirect effect of drinking hot water.

• Drinking hot water also helps to combat skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis, dry skin, and wrinkles. So now you know what you should do to have healthy and supple skin.

• People who want to lose weight, or are weight conscious, should make it a habit to increase the consumption of water, hot water in particular. It is believed that hot water helps in decreasing the amount of fat cells in the body. Of course, you need to increase your physical activity as well.

• Hot water dissolves thick, sticky cough or phlegm, and promotes its elimination from the respiratory tract. Thus, hot water helps relieve the symptoms of sore throat, cold, and sinusitis.

Hot water works great for menstrual cramps and depression. If you are the kind who suffer from sleepless nights, you may want to try drinking hot water, as it will ensure a relaxing and restful sleep at night.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this story is solely for educating the reader. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a medical expert.