Be it elders or doctors, everyone advises to drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up in the morning. Let us know why the habit of drinking water in the morning is important and what are its benefits?

The body remains without water for several hours during sleep at night. During this time, water keeps coming out of the body through sweat, breath, and urine, due to which the body becomes slightly dehydrated by the morning. Due to this dehydration, the functioning of the body is affected, which can cause problems like fatigue, headache and concentration. Drinking water after waking up in the morning replenishes the lack of water in the body, due to which all the organs work better.

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In Ayurveda, drinking water in the morning is called 'Ushapan', which is considered the easiest way to awaken the digestive system. Drinking lukewarm water on an empty stomach activates digestive enzymes, which help break down food and absorb nutrients. It reduces problems like constipation, gas and acidity. Actually, lukewarm water increases intestinal motility, making bowel movement easier. It is very beneficial for people suffering from constipation.

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Drinking water in the morning is very effective for people trying to lose weight. Drinking water on an empty stomach can increase the metabolic rate by 20-30 percent. The body has to expend extra energy to bring lukewarm water to normal temperature, which burns calories. Apart from this, water also controls hunger, which helps in avoiding extra calories in breakfast.

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Drinking water in the morning helps in flushing out toxins from the body. Actually, the kidneys and liver keep filtering out waste materials from the body throughout the night and by drinking water in the morning, these toxins are flushed out through urine and sweat. Actually, lukewarm water activates the liver and speeds up the process of internal cleaning of the body.

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The effect of a hydrated body is directly seen on the skin and hair. Drinking water in the morning provides sufficient moisture to the skin, which keeps it soft and shiny. It also improves blood circulation, which provides more oxygen and nutrients to the skin. Apart from this, the hair roots get strengthened, which reduces hair fall.

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Drinking water in the morning strengthens immunity. Water improves the supply of oxygen in the body, which activates immune cells. It helps prevent seasonal infections like cold and cough. Apart from this, staying hydrated helps the lymphatic system function better, which plays an important role in removing harmful substances from the body.