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Is it better to sip water or gulp it?

Sipping water and allowing it to stay in the mouth and then passing through the food pipe helps the alkaline saliva reach the stomach to neutralise acid levels in the stomach. Chugging water directly through a bottle causes water to run down the throat, missing out on carrying saliva to the stomach.

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MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT Our body is made up of 75% water, and carries out all the essential functions in the body. Water helps in carrying nutrients to different parts of the body. United Nations General Assembly designated March 22 as the official World Water Day , focusing on the importance of water. This year, the theme is ‘Nature for Water’, which explores nature-based solutions to water challenges of the 21st century.On the 25th World Water Day, Obino's Diet coach Vriti Srivastav shares some brilliant tips to keep in mind when drinking water.Sip water slowly than guzzling it down at once. Sipping water and allowing it to stay in the mouth and then passing through the food pipe helps the alkaline saliva reach the stomach to neutralise acid levels in the stomach. Chugging water directly through a bottle causes water to run down the throat, missing out on carrying saliva to the stomach.Don't confuse thirst signals for hunger. If you drink water regularly, the body won't confuse thirst signals for hunger and prevent overeating.Avoid drinking too much water before and during meals. Flooding the stomach with water during meals dilutes the digestive juices affecting the process of digestion.Stay hydrated pre and post-exercise. Sweating during exercise causes loss of water, hence it is essential to stay well hydrated while exercising. Lack of water in the body also causes muscle cramps during exercise.Start the day with warm water post-wake up. Warm water helps aid in the process of peristalsis (contraction & relaxation of muscles) as the muscles are at resting stage during sleep. Directly ingesting food post wake-up startles the muscles, but consuming water can help in preparing the muscles for better movement.Water at room temperature is preferable to avoid stress on the senses. Too cold or too hot water tends to shock the senses.

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Are metal or plastic cups better?

Even the “reusable” plastic tumblers you buy relatively cheap, can crack and leach chemicals into your drinks (more on that later). It's obvious that single-use plastic is even worse. When we compare different materials of drinking cups, it becomes obvious that the stainless steel cup reigns supreme.

With convenience being at the front of today’s interest, it’s no wonder why disposable plastic cups are used so abundantly. But today, the stainless steel cup is slowly chipping away at plastic drinkware! You can buy plastic cups in large quantities at your grocery store for a few bucks. It’s an easy, thoughtless decision. This convenience is super tempting when life gets hectic, I know for me it is.

The issue is…

Even the “reusable” plastic tumblers you buy relatively cheap, can crack and leach chemicals into your drinks (more on that later).

It’s obvious that single-use plastic is even worse.

When we compare different materials of drinking cups, it becomes obvious that the stainless steel cup reigns supreme. Nothing can match the durability, safety, and sustainability of a stainless steel cup.

Many people enjoy the versatility of designs with glass and plastic drinkware.

The benefits, however, are shadowed by the cons compared to stainless steel drinking cups. In this post, you’re going to learn the effects of plastic drinkware on the environment and on health, and then we’re going to deep dive into which option is right for you! First, let’s take a look at the impact and effects of plastic usage in detail.

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