It is a well-known fact that it is essential to drink enough water each day to stay hydrated and healthy.  But did you know that starting your day with 8 to 16 ounces of warm water can have powerful effects on your health and vitality?

Ayurveda proves time and time again that everything healthy doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive.  We indeed have the power of our health in our own hands.  Here are some of the many reasons you should add this simple practice to your daily routine.

7 Reasons To Start Your Day with a Warm Glass of Water

1.  Refreshes and hydrates the body.

After not drinking water for 8 hours, your body is on the verge of dehydration.  By drinking warm water first thing after waking up, you replenish hydration and nourish each little cell in the body.

2.  Awakens the mind. 

By hydrating your body first thing, you automatically are hydrating your brain as well.  This increases blood flow to the brain, bringing clarity, energy, and rejuvenation to the mind.

3.  Flushes out stagnant toxins. 

Drinking warm water first thing in the morning sparks the energy of all the vital organs, including the liver and kidneys, our gateways for detoxification.  By activating these organs right after awakening, you help to flush the system of any toxins that have become stagnant throughout the night.

4.  Increases the digestive fire (Agni). 

This simple practice is also a great way to increase the Agni, or digestive fire, in the body.  This, in turn, increases digestion, assimilation, and elimination of the past day’s food substances and overall increases the metabolism.  Please do note that the water must be warm to hot.  Drinking cold water inhibits digestion by causing constriction throughout the GI tract and putting out your digestive fire.

5.  Increases overall energy.   

Many individuals have a hard time getting going in the morning, but a large part of it may be due to cellular dehydration.  Although a cup of coffee gives you a caffeinated boost, it will also send your body into further dehydration, leading to greater fatigue by the afternoon.  While dehydration causes fatigue and depletion, beginning your day with hydration creates just the opposite: energy and nourishment.  So go ahead and have that cup of coffee (or better yet, Chai!), just make sure to drink your water first, and who knows, maybe you’ll find you don’t even need it!

6.  Beautifies the complexion.  

The health of your skin is directly related to your liver health and the amount of toxins in your body.  By flushing out the system first thing each morning and activating the liver energy, you will begin to notice your complexion improving as well.  This vital hydration in the early morning will bring a softness to your skin and a glow to your complexion!

7.  Decreases hunger. 

Hunger is often caused by the hidden feeling of being thirsty.  By drinking warm water in the morning, you will avoid this false hunger and begin to fill your stomach.  This means it will take less food to feel that desired fullness.  

*For an added bonus to your health, add some fresh lemon juice (use lime for Pitta) to your warm water.  This enhances all the mentioned benefits while adding a few more, such as boosting the immune system, supporting digestion, balancing your pH levels, and flushing your kidneys and urinary tract system.

So give it a shot and see how a simple change in your morning routine can really increase your quality of life each day!

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