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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

One Simple Morning Habit That Affects Your Digestion All Day

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.

Introduction

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Not coffee. Not tea. Just a glass of warm (not hot) water, just have a glass of lukewarm water.

Start Your Day With Warm Water

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Warm water stimulates digestion, flushes out toxins, and activates gut movement.

Why It Works

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Many people see improvement in the regularity of motions just by adding warm water first thing.

Helps with Constipation

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Drinking warm water on an empty stomach prepares the system for a probable calorie burn.

Boosts Metabolism

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Warm water helps support the liver’s natural detox function, so no need for expensive potions.

Detox Without Detox Juices

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Try adding lemon to your lukewarm water to further boost digestion and reduce bloating. 

Add Lemon 

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Ice-cold water may shock the gut and slow the digestion, so go for lukewarm water for maximum benefits. 

Avoid Cold Water Early Morning

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Be mindful and sip slowly. No phone or television, just let your digestion begin calmly.

No Screens While Drinking

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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.

Conclusion

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