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Asked 18 February 2019

Drink cold or warm water, what is best for your health?

You may be someone who likes to take warm water with a slice of lemon a day especially in the early morning, or who are used to taking cold water even in the winter. There are some ideas that you like about water in general, and on the basis of which you choose to drink it cool or warm, so you have to know the truth of the matter, whichever is better for you.

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Sajad Hussain Deen
National Institute of Technology Srinagar
Warm water, early empty stomach.
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Fatima Faiq
University of Baghdad
Preferably, take a cup of warm water in the morning, to stimulate the movement of the intestine, as hot water helps to relax the blood vessels and the digestive tract and thus stimulate digestion. Taking a cup of lukewarm water keeps the body balanced and promotes the body's persistence by applying all its functions. The stability of the human body temperature at about 37 ° C during most of the day is beneficial to chemical reactions in the body that rely on enzymes called enzymes Which is about 37 degrees Celsius. Other organisms have different temperatures than humans, since the enzymes and chemical reactions inside their bodies work with different heat. Protecting warm water from hardening of fatty substances in the body stimulates digestion. The baby is advised not to drink too much warm water during food because it increases the amount of acids in the stomach. Drinking cold or iced water helps to lose weight more effectively than hot water. This is because the body adjusts its temperature immediately after it receives any fluids or nutrients, leading to a higher calorie burning rate, greater excretion of sweat, More water for fluid recovery. Drinking hot water on a hot day relieves the body of toxins due to increased sweating, leading to the release of toxins out of the body and purification of the bloodstream. After physical exertion you should drink cold water because it helps to cool the body more effectively than warm water. It is preferable to take cold water to clean the urinary tract and expel the infections, and can be added to the lemon in the form of boiled pieces or natural juice, which can help to reduce these infections.
 
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Eman Ali Hadi Al- Khafaji
University of Baghdad
It is recommended to take a cup of warm water in the morning, to stimulate the movement of the intestine, as hot water helps to relax the blood vessels and the digestive tract and thus stimulate digestion. Taking a cup of lukewarm water keeps the body balanced and promotes the body's persistence by applying all its functions. The stability of the human body temperature at about 37 ° C during most of the day is beneficial to chemical reactions in the body that rely on enzymes called enzymes Which is about 37 degrees Celsius. Other organisms have different temperatures than humans, since the enzymes and chemical reactions inside their bodies work with different heat
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Fatima Faiq
University of Baghdad
Preferably, take a cup of warm water in the morning, to stimulate the movement of the intestine, as hot water helps to relax the blood vessels and the digestive tract and thus stimulate digestion. Taking a cup of lukewarm water keeps the body balanced and promotes the body's persistence by applying all its functions. The stability of the human body temperature at about 37 ° C during most of the day is beneficial to chemical reactions in the body that rely on enzymes called enzymes Which is about 37 degrees Celsius. Other organisms have different temperatures than humans, since the enzymes and chemical reactions inside their bodies work with different heat. Protecting warm water from hardening of fatty substances in the body stimulates digestion. The baby is advised not to drink too much warm water during food because it increases the amount of acids in the stomach. Drinking cold or iced water helps to lose weight more effectively than hot water. This is because the body adjusts its temperature immediately after it receives any fluids or nutrients, leading to a higher calorie burning rate, greater excretion of sweat, More water for fluid recovery. Drinking hot water on a hot day relieves the body of toxins due to increased sweating, leading to the release of toxins out of the body and purification of the bloodstream. After physical exertion you should drink cold water because it helps to cool the body more effectively than warm water. It is preferable to take cold water to clean the urinary tract and expel the infections, and can be added to the lemon in the form of boiled pieces or natural juice, which can help to reduce these infections.
 
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Normal water is good for health. In some situation like in fever, cold we should take warm water.
High cold water is not suitable for human body.
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Zainab J. Khudair
Al Muthanna University/ College of Basic Education
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Yosra Gafsi
ISCAE, University of Manouba
I'm of the same opinion as Dr. Fatima Faiq. Drinking warm water is the best for health because it is helpful in soothing and activating the digestive tract, improving circulatory organs, relieving constipation and losing weight.
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Srini Vasan
University of New Mexico
In general, it is recommended that the water temperature should be as close as possible to the room temperature so that the body does not experience any kind of shock. On a hot summer day one may not feel like drinking 30 deg C water and on cold days it is difficult to drink 20 deg C water but this is what Dr. Deepak Chopra recommends.
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J. M. Koli
Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidypeeth
Luke warm water is preferable rather than cold for good health.
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Wahag Abass
University of Basrah
الماء الدافئ افضل
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Anjay Kumar Mishra
Madhesh University Nepal
Cold as worm favour bacterial growth
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Samir M. Ismail
Alexandria University
Drinking warm water increases blood circulation along with protecting internal organs from damage.
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Teodora Hristova
University of Mining and Geology
At elevated temperatures it is useful to drink lukewarm, even warm water or warm tea.
Hot water is recommended in the morning in a smooth to wash the digestive tract.
What water will people drink depends on their preferences and condition?
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Dawood Mahdi
King Khalid University
I think warm water is much better for our health and has no side effects.
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Emad Kamil Hussein
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University
Personally and away from medical aspect, I prefer cold water all over a year days..
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Shibabrata Pattanayak
Government of West Bengal
Normally, water having a temperature of say 15-25 degree celsius may be the best for drinking.
I think drinking of excessive hot or cold water is not good for health.
Thanks.
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Zainab A Makawi
University of Baghdad
Warm water its good for health
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The important to drink water at many time of day
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Nedhal Sadie
University of Mosul
Both cold and warm water are best for our health.
cold water use to get rid of aheadache ,improved digestive system ,weight loss ,the health of skin ...etc. and warm water is use to calms the nervous system center and relieves nasal congestion ,and maintain body moisture .
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Mohsin Abdullah Al-Shammari
University of Baghdad
Hot drinks is best for stomach health.
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Arvind Singh
Banaras Hindu University
I usually prefer to drink cold water. However, during respiratory problems, I like to drink mild warm water for quick recovery.
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Ruqaya Shakir Mansoor
University of Baghdad
الماء الدافى
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Two generally healthy populations (China and Japan) drink hot beverages with their meals (hot tea). There has been some anectodal reports indicating a link between drinking cold water and heart attacks. However, most recent reports have indicated that this is not true according to the Texas Heart Institute. https://www.livestrong.com/article/554347-exercise-cold-drinks-heart-attacks/ Basically, I like to drink tepid water in hot weather because it less of a shock to my system. In cold weather, I prefer hot beverages. Cold water restricts the digestive processes while war/hot water is beneficial. Here is an interesting URL that suggests their are optimal times for cold and hot water. https://www.aquazania.co.za/2017/07/hot-vs-cold-benefits-of-drinking-hot-water-vs-cold-water/
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Warm water is better
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Nirmala S.V.S.G
Narayana Dental College and Hospital
drinking warm water increases blood circulation along with protecting internal organs from damage. This is why most health professionals recommend drinking warm water for optimal health. However, on a hot day, you can drink cold water as it cools your body temperature quickly.
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Ghazi Azzal
College of Veterinary Medicine- University of Basrah
Normal water with out cold..and hot..
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Prabhjot Kaur
Morehouse School of Medicine
Luke warm water best for drinking.
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Isam Issa Omran
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University
Warm water is the best, drinking warm water in the morning to enhance the body's ability to get rid of toxins accumulated in the body. Therefore, the water improves digestion of food that occurs within the stomach, also reduces gastrointestinal diseases especially indigestion, helps in dialysis and weight loss.
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Ahmed Alaa Hussein
Al-Mustansiriya University
I drink cold water
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Segun Michael Abegunde
The Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti
Warm water is better.
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Nafees Mohammad
University of Peshawar
Warm water in winter
Cold water in summer
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Abdelnaser Omran
Bright Star University
Warm water is always recommended
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Yehya A. Salih
University of Basrah
According to me I prefer the warmor mild water, its best for my health.
With regards.
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Dragoljub Šarović
Montenegrin Risk Management Association.
Cold water: When we exercise for cooling organism, when we have fever for cooling and rehydrated organism and for accelarate metabolism.
Warm water: After meal for easy digestion, for cleaning organism, against pain because warm wather stimulates blood circulation.
However, J ALWAYS DRINK COLD WATER.
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Amirhossein Salimi
Université Laval
i prefer mild.
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Dr- Huda Shihab jari
University of Baghdad
Thanks for your answer to the question, and following my knowledge of many sources I found these benefits for two types of water.
Benefits of drinking warm water
1. Improve digestion
2. Detoxification of the body
3. relieve nasal congestion
4. Fight the pain
Benefits of drinking cold water
1. important after the exercise
2. Anti-sunburn
3.Helps lose weight
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Enass Ghassan Sweedan
University of Baghdad
I would prefer warm water in winter, because, it good for health .and in summer not very cold water
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Sikandar Hayat Khan
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
Normal water, neither cold nor hot is possibly the best option in all weather conditions
Regards
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Reema Ahmad
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Of course the warm one , it benefits in case of the throat problems and drink the enough quantity that you need
compared with the cold one : that achieve in some point to stop and can't continue to get more water of it because of the cooler of this water and the course of throat will be closed in this time in addition to its disadvantages on the health in general
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Abderrahim Benkhaled
Université de M'sila
Cold water serves better in physical activity and weight Loss but
 warm water be considered in digestion, detox, pain relief and constipation.
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Sohaib Kareem Al-Mamoori
University Of Kufa
Drinking warm water is the best in terms of health
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Nihad Mohammed
University of Anbar
Natural water is best for health.
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Waqas Al-Joboory
University of Anbar
Modern science refers to hot water while the Qur'an refers to cold water in many verses
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Zahraa S. Mahdi
Al-Mustansiriya University
Warm water
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Naseer Almukhtar
University of Babylon
Of course drink of slightly warm water is best for my health.
Regards,
Naseer Almukhtar
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Suparna Roy
Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science
Normal water is good for health.The cold or hot water, its also good but depends on health condition. If body is effected with cold , then slight warm water, in summer season, slight cold water feel comfortable to drink.
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Dhia Ahmed Taain
University of Basrah
After exercise, cold water helps the body to cool down. If you have digestion troubles too often, you should drink warm water.
Drinking warm water is one of things that can help you get rid of impurities in the body. Health experts recommend drinking warm water with a squeeze of lemon. Lemon water stimulates digestion and flushes toxins. When you drink warm water, you are not only staying hydrated but also receiving its cleansing benefits.
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Elhadi I. Dekam
University of Tripoli
I recommend both! It's nice to have it cold in hot days, while it's good to have it warm in cold weather. Mainly, It depends on the person's habit.
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S. Sarvade
Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya
Ayurveda do not recommend drinking cold water because of the belief that cold water causes contraction of muscles. On the other hand, drinking warm water increases blood circulation along with protecting internal organs from damage. This is why most health professionals recommend drinking warm water for optimal health. However, on a hot day, you can drink cold water as it cools your body temperature quickly.
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Warm water told in Ayurveda thousands of years ago
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Attached files are self explanatory
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There is no dispute about the importance of water to the human body, which consists of about 75% of the water, which is significantly increased during the summer and with high temperature. Many people choose the best temperature for drinking water. Some prefer cold water, while others see lukewarm water as the best for health.
Experts recommend relying on lukewarm water as it is best suited for internal body temperature, even if it is not refreshing with the same degree of cold water. Water is of great importance to detoxifying the body, experts say. According to the German website Fasser Helvet, lukewarm water has more power to detoxify the body than cold water, which the body needs a lot of energy to deal with.
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Meison Abdulbary
University Of Kufa
Important and interesting question, and I agree with all previous comments
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Hussein El Hage Hassan
Université Libanaise, laboratoire de recherche L'EA 1210 CEDETE (Université d'Orléans)
warm water
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Seher Almedeny
University Of Kufa / College of pharmacy
Drinking water is one of the best favors you can do to your body. It has surprising health benefits such as strong kidneys, more energy, better mood, and lower cholesterol. Hot water only adds to the long list of reasons why water should be a staple in your diet with several exclusive reliefs. 
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Cold drinks should be forbidden, because they make our organism stupidly (with O benefits) lazy, not managing heat problems as it's gifted for. Second, because it doesn't cut your thirst, at the opposite, it triggers it. In all deserts in the world, people drink hot, because the heat helps to a whole body hydratation. And also, very simple: when you put heat inside, outside seems suddenly not that hot. Cold drinks were invented by people that didn't suffer thirst ever, they were created, not for humanity's relief, but to create addiction and that way sell a lot, very expansive, something that doesn't last longer than 15mn: cold.
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Hazim Al Dilaimy
University of Al Maarif
Drinking warm water is much better than cold water as it is healthier.
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. Waad Hadi Abd
Al Muthanna University
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Mohammed Mosleh Shwaish
University of Anbar
The best warm water on cold water because warm water is proportional to the temperature of the body and does not lead to the sense of nerves that feed the teeth and mouth.
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Nirmala S.V.S.G
Narayana Dental College and Hospital
Good discussion... Following
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Yousif Yakoub Hilal
University of Mosul
10 Health Benefits of Drinking Warm Water
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Lamia Mustafa Al-Naama
University of Basrah
Drinker water is a healthy habit for the body, and warm water intake is more healthier
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Saad Kariem Shather
University of Technology, Iraq
Warm water is more useful for human but sometime you need the cold water in summer.
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Omar Ali Al-Khashman
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Warm water is more useful for human. But in summer human need cold water.
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Bahra Karima
University Mustapha Stambouli of Mascara
warm water is better
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Ahmad Abushattal
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
drinking warm water increases blood circulation along with protecting internal organs from damage. However, on a hot day, you can drink cold water as it cools your body temperature
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M. A. A. Al- Fatlawi
University of Al-Qadisiyah
Warm i think
best regards
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Auwalu Sa'idu
Firat University
it defends upon the situation
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Anja Morris-Paxton
Nelson Mandela University
The closer the water is to the body temperature the more easily it is absorbed into the system. Whatever the temperature of the water drunk the body has to bring it either up or down to the required 37 deg. C; and in order to do that it needs energy. The first sign of dehydration is not thirst, it is fatigue, and drinking cold water if you are tired saps the body's energy even more. If this is not how you are used to dringnking water then find a paatbale way of making warm water (not too hot more palatable either with lemon or drunk as a warm herbal or fruit infusion.)
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Mala Babagana Gutti
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
Warm water is the best, I have read so many medical articles but none mentioned cold water on health basis.
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Mohammad Hamad Al-khresheh
Northern Border University
As all said that warm water is scientifically the best.
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Mahesh Kumar
Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology
Warm water is good for health.
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Suman Pant
Thammasat University
Luke warm water could be a better option.
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Ouadoud Mohammed
National School of Applied Sciences Oujda
Drinking hot water can cure some diseases from what I think, as an example: Gallstones in the Gallbladder
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Navin Kumar Devaraj
Universiti Putra Malaysia
Warm water would be the best
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Omar Ali Al-Khashman
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Normal water is good for health.
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Asad Ali Zaidi
Islamic University of Medina
Normal or warm water is better for your health.
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Omar Ali Al-Khashman
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Warm water is good for health.
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Rohit Manilal Parikh
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Warm water to be contained in the utensil of copper may serve very useful purpose for our health if our body has a tendency for cold & such related areas frequent tablespoon about 6 times with a water & honey may prove more beneficial to our health .
This is my personal opinion
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Omar Ali Al-Khashman
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Normal or warm water is better for your health.
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This is a question that is included in the famous TCM 10 questions.
In TCM, from the patient's favorite drinking water temperature, we know what's wrong with the patient. The best temperature to drink is about our body temperature. If one likes to drink hot, it means the body is colder than normal, that needs warm water to warm the body up. If one likes to drink cold, it means the body is hotter than normal or at least there is a stomach heat that likes to drink cold and eat more than needs due to the food is digested too quickly in the stomach.
If there is a stomach heat, we needle ST 44 or ST 44 and 45. After that, the patient can reduce appetite and like to drink regular room temperature water. If one likes to drink hot. We increase the stomach activities by needling or plus Moxa the stomach or even the whole body to fix the patient's health issue. After the treatment, patient's appetite increased and health improved.
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Normal water consistent with season temperature is best for healthy person
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Michael Issigonis
Brandon University
I think warm water, even hot during the winter months. Only occasionally cold water in the summer.
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Khaled Edbey
University of Benghazi
Hot water with a spoon of vinegar in the morning is very good for your health.
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Hatem Al_Aoh
University of Tabuk
Warm water is the best for my health
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Praveen N M
Stelis Biopharma
The benefits of water are many! It is essential for our bodies to function. When it comes to hydration, is cool water always the best option .
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Khaled Zaghlol
Egyptian geological survey
I like water as the sam temperature of the body
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Omar Ali Al-Khashman
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
Nice discussion...
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Krishna Kumar Yadav
Madhyanchal Professional University
Not cold or not warm water. I think normal water suitable for everyone.
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Amirhossein Salimi
Université Laval
i prefer to drink mild. for example cold water can hurt your teeth.
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Sajad Hussain Deen
National Institute of Technology Srinagar
Warm water, early empty stomach.
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