Drink warm water upon rising and with your meals. The ancients believed water was sacred. Today we know that water is vital to good health. Drinking a cup of warm water upon rising in the morning is a good practice that cleanses the gastrointestinal tract and stimulates the body for elimination.
It is also the Ayurvedic drink of choice with meals. But use moderation: if you drink too much water, it can dilute the digestive enzymes, making it more difficult to digest your food. As with all things Ayurvedic, for optimal absorption, water should be cooked and consumed at body temperature. To determined just how warm that is, put your hand under your arm pit, your water should be at least that warm. Can't bring yourself to drink warm water? Then at least try and avoid drinking cold water with your meals, as this slows the digestive process.
It is also the Ayurvedic drink of choice with meals. But use moderation: if you drink too much water, it can dilute the digestive enzymes, making it more difficult to digest your food. As with all things Ayurvedic, for optimal absorption, water should be cooked and consumed at body temperature. To determined just how warm that is, put your hand under your arm pit, your water should be at least that warm. Can't bring yourself to drink warm water? Then at least try and avoid drinking cold water with your meals, as this slows the digestive process.
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