It is very important to drink more water because more than 70% of the human body is composed of water. It is recommended that to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Although many people understand that drinking water is healthy, some people still have some fallacies about drinking water. Let's check out the following 5 myths about drinking water.

1. What problem will be arisen due to the lack of water in the human body?

The lack of water in the body will dry out the skin and gradually cause dry lines and dark circles! This is because the lack of water in the body affects blood circulation, causing blood stasis and dark circles under the eyes. It is recommended to drink more water and eat more hydrating fruits and vegetables daily. When there is enough water in the body, the dark circles around the eyes can be gradually faded.

2. How much water is needed in the morning?

Experts generally recommend that it is good to drink 250 ml of warm water immediately after getting up. Avoid drinking cold water after waking up in the morning because it may damage the spleen and stomach, as well as reduce metabolism. 

3. Is it better to add lemon or honey to the first glass of water in the morning?

Many people think that it is healthy to add lemon or honey when drinking water. It is true that honey helps defecation and beautifies the skin; while lemon is rich in vitamins and promote whitening. However, it should be noted that drinking lemonade on an empty stomach in the morning will stimulate gastrointestinal discomfort. Honey is also not suitable for long-term drinking, especially for people with diabetes, bloating or diarrhoea. In fact, drinking warm water in the morning can help intestinal peristalsis, promote blood circulation, achieve detoxification and prevent constipation.

4. As long as you don’t add ice, drinking cold water is good for your health?

Based on the perspective of Chinese medicine, drinking cold water can reduce metabolism, as well as causing spleen and stomach dysfunction. Hence, it is not recommended to drink frozen water. Even if ice is not added, frozen water is not good for your health, especially for people with gastrointestinal discomfort. 

5. Will I get oedema if I drink water at night?

Many girls are worried that if they drink too much water at night, they will get oedema when they get up the next day. This idea is actually not quite right. In fact, the liver helps to store fat and convert it into energy when the body is short of water. The liver will share the responsibilities of the kidneys when the kidneys do not have enough water to perform their functions. This will make it difficult for the liver to convert the fat energy effectively. Hence, it will ultimately lead to obesity and indirectly causing oedema. For example, if you eat too much high-sodium food, the water content of the cells will automatically increase to maintain the normal sodium level in the body. If the body water is insufficient, the body will lock in water, reduce urination, and cause oedema.