Do you know when to drink hot water and when to drink cold water? | March 16, 2025

Water is truly the source of life and it is important to consume the recommended amounts to be healthy, but does the temperature matter? Does it matter if the water is hot, warm or cold?

When we talk about cold water think a few degrees colder than room temperature. Hot water is considered 4-5 degrees warmer than room temperature.

When it comes to temperature, extremes are not recommended. So, very hot and very cold temperatures are out of the question.

When to drink cold water?
During exercise
During physical activity, the body temperature rises, and sweating is a mechanism by which the body tries to cool itself. In this case, you lose water and it is important to compensate for this loss. When you drink cold water during exercise, the water cools and hydrates the body simultaneously.

When You Have a Fever
Drinking cold water when you have a fever is one of the best methods for cooling your body and healing. It is important to drink enough to help your body fight infections and bacteria. Add a little lemon and sea salt to your water to restore the electrolytes you have lost.

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