Do not drink refrigerator water in summer: Chilled water slows down metabolism, lowers heart rate, pot water is safe.

When the throat becomes dry during the summer months, cold water provides relief. Cold water soothes the throat and cools the body. If this water is from a pot then it is a good thing. But most of the times the water is not just cold, but very cold. Totally chilled. Sometimes people also add a lot of ice to it.

Now this is a trend in almost every house. As soon as summer arrives, cold water bottles freeze in the fridge. I felt a little thirsty and took out a cold water bottle from the fridge and soothed my throat.

In fact, it provides relief to the body sweltering in the heat. But have you ever thought how much harm it is causing to your body?

Drinking cold water is prohibited in Ayurveda. According to Ayurveda, cold water can cause imbalance and disorders in the body. It can slow down the digestive system.

The water in the refrigerator is cooled artificially. It is not good for the body to drink it in any season.

Therefore, today in the news of need, we will know what are the disadvantages of drinking cold water kept in the refrigerator. You will also learn that-

What is the right way to drink water?

Should we drink only room temperature water or can water be cooled and drank through natural means?

Question- Is it harmful to drink cold water after returning from heat and sunstroke in summer?

Answer: When we stay in the sun for a long time and after returning, open the fridge and drink cold water directly, it causes a shock to the body. There is a sudden change in body temperature. This can cause the blood vessels to shrink. There may be stomach upset or some other physical problem.

Question- What kind of harm can occur from drinking cold water from the refrigerator?

Answer: A study published in the National Library of Medicine in 2012 suggests that drinking cold water has a bad effect on the digestive system. Because the normal temperature of our body is around 37 degrees Celsius. If we drink cold water then the body has to work harder to digest the food.

Understand from the graphic below what harm cold water does to the body.

Come, let us know about these points in some detail.

Heart rate may decrease

Drinking cold water from the refrigerator can have adverse consequences due to sudden contraction of the arteries. The vagus nerve becomes sharper.

People who have heart problems should avoid drinking too cold water as it can cause arrhythmia (irregular heart beats). Shrinking of blood vessels can also cause heart attack.

may cause headache

Drinking cold water can cause shrinkage in the nerves of the brain. It affects blood circulation. There may be a lack of necessary oxygen to the brain. There is a risk of headache due to this. Especially people suffering from migraine should avoid drinking cold water.

Metabolism may be slow

Drinking cold water can slow down metabolism because the body has to spend more energy to bring cold water to normal temperature, which affects the calorie burning process. Metabolic rate slows down in summer anyway. In such a situation, drinking cold water from the fridge can cause indigestion or stomach upset.

Cold water can dehydrate the body

Cold water only quenches instant thirst. Instead of keeping the body hydrated, it dehydrates. This is the reason why one keeps feeling thirsty again and again even after drinking cold water. To avoid dehydration, you can drink normal water with lemon. This will give both relief and electrolytes to the body.

risk of throat infection

Drinking cold water increases the risk of mucus in the throat. This may cause sore throat or infection. There may be a change in voice. Sometimes problems like cold and cough may also occur.

Teeth sensitivity may increase

When you drink the first sip of cold water, there may be a sudden tingling sensation in the teeth because the teeth are not prepared for the sudden change in temperature. This may cause tooth sensitivity.

Question- If you are drinking cold water then what kind of precautions should be taken?

Answer- Doctors say

that drinking normal water is the best option during the summer season. As much as possible, distance should be maintained from cold water. If you want to drink cold water, then instead of drinking very chilled water, add some normal water to it and bring the temperature of the water to normal.

You can also take the precautions given in the graphic below.

Question: Is it safe to drink cold water from a pot instead of cold water from the refrigerator?

Answer- Yes, absolutely. The water from the pot is completely safe. The reason for this is that the water in the pot is not being cooled through the machine and it cannot be chilled beyond a certain limit. The air coming through the pores of the soil keeps the temperature of the water inside the pot low. In summer, when the outside temperature is very high, even room temperature water feels very hot. In such a situation, drinking pot water is a good and safe option.

Question- What is the right way to drink water?

Answer: You should avoid drinking water while standing because it can have a bad effect on your kidneys. Apart from this, arthritis can also occur. Always try to drink water while sitting. Drinking water while standing can also cause stress on your nerves.

Question- Can drinking cold water cause stroke?

Answer- There is no risk of heart attack or stroke under normal circumstances by drinking ice cold water immediately after exposure to the sun. Our body has the natural ability to adjust to different weather conditions and temperatures. People who already have heart problems should take some caution.

However, it is better to take some rest before drinking ice cold water or eating anything cold. Drinking cold water as soon as you return from outside during the summer season can cause blood vessels to shrink. But it has no direct relation with stroke.