Why Should We/should We Not Drink Water At A Meal Time

DIGESTION

Drinking cold water after a meal has adverse effects on your digestive system. Lad also warns against drinking cold water immediately before a meal. If you have to drink water while you eat, drink water that's at room temperature and take small sips.

MUCUS BUILDING

Drinking cold water after a meal creates excess mucus in your body, according to Lad. Excessive mucus in your body can lead to a decrease in immune system function, making it easier to catch colds and illnesses. Lad recommends drinking warm tea in place of cold water at meals to avoid mucus buildup.

CONTRADICTING OPINIONS

While most people in the alternative health field believe drinking cold water is unhealthful in general, the viewpoint of Western health practitioners is opposite. drinking water after a meal does not interfere with digestion. In fact, Picoo believes drinking water after a meal can assist in digestion. He says water helps break down the food in the stomach making it easier to digest.

Health tip: Drink water during your meal and not just before/after your meal. Drinking water 45-60 mins after meals is fine. Just avoid immediately after meals.