It is a well-known fact that drinking enough water helps in maintaining your body’s homeostasis by keeping you hydrated. But would it benefit you if you drink it on an empty stomach daily? From an increase in energy to boosting your immunity, we are going to discuss some major benefits of drinking water on an empty stomach can have in your body, in this article. 

1. Good bowel movement

Drinking water first thing in the morning helps in cleansing your bowels. Water creates an urge to move the bowel out, thus helping in the removal of body wastes. If you experience frequent constipation or an upset stomach then drinking plenty of water will rinse your gut properly and help regulate your digestive tract.

2. Flushing out toxins

Drinking water on an empty stomach helps flush out the toxins present in your body in the form of urine. Elimination of these toxins will improve your blood circulation, metabolism, and skin health. 

3. Increased metabolism

Research shows quaffing down at least 500 ml of water regularly every morning can help boost your metabolism. Water speeds up the process of food digestion which not only improves your gut health but also helps you shave off a few kilos from your body. 

4. Flushing out kidney stones

If you are consuming water regularly on an empty stomach, your chances of developing kidney stones would reduce significantly. Water helps in diluting the calcium oxalate, cystine or phosphate stones by breaking them down and increasing your urine flow.

5. Improving hair health

Did you know, almost 25% of your hair shaft is made up of water? Due to this reason, not consuming enough water can lead to dry, rough and weak hair that is prone to breakage. Consuming water regularly, every day, can help restore the lustre of your hair and make them stronger than before.

6. Boosting your immunity

Flushing out toxins from your body helps prevent infections from developing or spreading in your system. Regular consumption of water, especially on an empty stomach, can help keep several diseases away and strengthen your overall immune system.

If you want to experience the aforementioned benefits then make sure that you drink two glasses of water every day before having your breakfast. Keeping yourself hydrated early morning is a good way of fighting bacteria. You can also experiment with it by adding certain ingredients to it such as turmeric, lemon, or cinnamon. You can also take your doctor’s recommendation on how to start with this habit. To consult an expert on how much water should you drink,

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Medically reviewed by Dr Sonia Bhatt.