7. Reduced stress
A soothing cup of hot water may help people manage stress and anxiety . An older study found that consumption of hot liquids, such as tea and coffee, could lower stress and reduce feelings of anxiety.
The study argues that some of the effects are due to caffeine, but that the warmth also played a role in the improved mood of participants.
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I was told and shown several WhatsApp articles promising that drinking hot water is the key to longevity, disease prevention and weight loss, proven by the general better health of people in the East. But to what extent, and is this even true? I wanted to research more about this, especially as I habitually drink hot water.
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