Why Is A Glass Of Water On An Empty Stomach Good For The Body?

Our body is mainly made up of water: 75% of muscle, 90% of brain, 22% of bone and 83% of blood is water . It is therefore important to understand the importance of drinking water for the health of the whole body, and you should drink a couple of liters of water a day to maintain a healthy balance. A glass of water on an empty stomach is especially good for the body. We recommend drinking 1-4 glasses of water on an empty stomach daily. In this article, we focus on the importance of drinking water, so read on.

Water is an essential element of life. All organs need water to function normally and stay healthy. The human body is able to survive without food for up to weeks, but dehydration is a life-threatening condition that can kill in just a few days.

10 reasons to drink a glass of water on an empty stomach

• Drinking 1-2 glasses of water as soon as you wake up before breakfast will flush your body of toxins and other harmful substances. Drinking water prevents the development of certain diseases and enhances the functioning of the metabolism. Drinking water is a great way to start the day.
• During the night, the body repairs damaged cells and clears of waste products. A glass of water for the morning is a good way to speed up the elimination of harmful substances through the urine.
• Drinking a glass of water helps to minimize e.g. the effect of alcohol, tobacco, pollution, junk food and other harmful things on the body. Water literally rinses the body and expels the worst toxins.
• Water is the best friend of the skin, as the skin should be moisturized both inside and out. Drinking plenty of water ensures that your skin stays supple, pliable and supple, and prevents it from drying out and blurring. Drinking water even prevents the formation of premature wrinkles.

• Drinking water every morning protects and moisturizes the internal organs and keeps them in working order.
• Drinking a few glasses of water on an empty stomach is a great trick to support weight loss. Water helps burn fat and calories, fills the stomach and prevents overeating and curbs the need for snacking. Water also helps maintain body fluid balance and prevents disgusting swelling.
• Drinking water helps keep the lymphatic system healthy and bowel function in good shape. Adequate amounts of water in the body prevent excessive amounts of cortisol, a stress hormone, and protect us against inflammation.
• By enjoying a glass of water on an empty stomach in the morning, you will start your day with full energy, banish fatigue from your limbs and brighten your mind. Put a jug of water in the refrigerator overnight. You can even throw in lime slices or squeeze a drop of lemon to give it a taste. Pour the drink into a glass as soon as you wake up – cold water and tart citrus are sure to wake you up.  

• Drinking water before breakfast will prevent constipation and stimulate the bowel to function normally. If you suffer from constipation, you should definitely focus on drinking enough water daily.
• If you suffer from various stomach problems, such as stomach upset, water can be a great help in treating them. The pain caused by stomach upset is often at its worst when the stomach is empty, as the hydrochloric acid secreted by the stomach then enters the abdominal mucosa directly. Drink at least three glasses of water on an empty stomach, this will reduce stomach acidity and painful muscle cramps.

This is how you enjoy your water in the mornings

Drinking water on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up is a good habit that you should embrace right away. Water has a myriad of health benefits. Water should not be consumed down from one sitting, but should be consumed slowly. And while you shouldn’t drink too little water, drinking too much water can also be dangerous. If you drink water per liter in a short time, your kidneys will not be able to process all the extra water, the amount of electrolytes in your blood will fall sharply and at worst the condition can lead to water poisoning. Here’s how to properly drink water throughout the day:

• It is a good idea to schedule drinking water at different times throughout the day. About eight glasses a day is the recommended amount. You can even set a reminder on your phone to make sure you drink all eight glasses throughout the day. Drink one glass in the morning as soon as you wake up, one after breakfast and a few glasses of water before meals of the day.

• If you are not used to drinking water, you should start with small amounts. Drink only one glass on an empty stomach at first and gradually switch to larger amounts.
• In Finland, tap water is completely safe to drink, but when traveling, it is worth checking the drinkability of tap water and buying bottled water if the tap water is not of good quality.
• If you want to boost your stomach and intestines, add water to the mood of lemon juice and enjoy a glass on an empty stomach.