When should one drink water after food

Hi dear, very good question.Good to know that you take care of health very much. water is the main constituent or healthy liquid that helps your food in aiding digestion. I always drink one glass of water before half an hour of a meal bcz it is said that this helps our meal in good digestion. We must make sure that soon after meal or before meal or during the meal we should not drink water as the water will dilute all the digestive juices. Hence I always prefer drinking water an hour after the meal which helps my body to absorb the nutrients. I suggest one full glass of around 100-200 ml of water after an hour of your meal. in a day, 2-3 liters of water is necessary for our body to avoid dehydration and other issues. Stay Fit and Stay Healthy dear.

In our traditional Indian homes, we always say that drinking water right after a meal dampens your Jatharagni (digestive fire), leading to bloating and poor digestion. The ideal time to drink water is 30 to 45 minutes after finishing your food. Since you tend to eat quickly, your body craves water to wash unchewed food down. Try to slow down and consciously chew every bite 20 to 25 times. If your mouth feels too dry while eating, you may take just one or two small sips of warm water, but avoid gulping glasses during meals.

Once the 45-minute gap is over, drink one glass (about 200–250 ml) of room temperature or warm water. Avoid chilled water completely as it freezes digestive enzymes. Chewing your food thoroughly will naturally curb the urge to drink water mid-meal and improve your overall lifestyle and digestion.