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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
This one morning habit can impact your digestion all day long. It’s free. It’s simple. And it’s probably missing from your routine.
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Not coffee. Not tea. Just a glass of warm (not hot) water, just have a glass of lukewarm water.
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Warm water stimulates digestion, flushes out toxins, and activates gut movement.
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Many people see improvement in the regularity of motions just by adding warm water first thing.
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Drinking warm water on an empty stomach prepares the system for a probable calorie burn.
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Warm water helps support the liver’s natural detox function, so no need for expensive potions.
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Try adding lemon to your lukewarm water to further boost digestion and reduce bloating.
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Ice-cold water may shock the gut and slow the digestion, so go for lukewarm water for maximum benefits.
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Be mindful and sip slowly. No phone or television, just let your digestion begin calmly.
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A short walk or gentle yoga boosts gut motility and wakes up your body. Start smart, as a glass of warm water is your gut’s best friend, before anything else.
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