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Thousands of years ago, before any medical science or therapy came into existence, Indian sages (Rishimuni's) had an answer to every problem related to human health. Indian sages educated the world about building blocks or 5 elements of the human body.

A human body is made of 5 elements

1. Sky,

2. Fire,

3. Earth,

4. Air,

5. Water

Today, We will learn about one of the most essential elements of the human body; Water

Water is a very vital nutrient for every cell of the human body, it's like a shock absorber for the brain, spinal cord, and fetus. If we talk about the human body, up to 60% of it is made of water, and the most vital part of your body, your brain, and heart is 73% water. you can't survive more than a few days without water.

So now the question stays, how many glasses of water should one drink in a day. Most of the experts, nutritionists, and even some doctors will suggest you, to drink about 8 glasses of water a day. But we must remember that our body needs water to function properly not to flood it with water. In my personal opinion and with my own experience I would suggest that you must hydrate your body early in the morning and then let your body send you the signal for water, signal is simply known as thirst.

However, as some people are too busy with the daily routines that they are not aware of the optimal time to drink water?

So, today for the busy bees of our community we will learn about the best time to drink water in a day to maximize its benefits -

Hydrate Your Mornings - After a good night's sleep your body might be dehydrated, So start your day with hydrating your mornings. Drink at least 2 glasses of lukewarm water after waking up to help activate your internal organs. This will also help in removing toxins from your body.

10 Minutes Before Shower - A glass of water before for a shower can help in stabilizing or lowering your blood pressure.

Help your digestion before a meal - Now, you have removed or at least reduced the toxins in your body. Drink one glass of water 1 hour to 45 minutes before a meal, this will help you with digestion. If you will drink water right before a meal or even 30 minutes before a meal it will not be helpful for your body and might dilute the digestive juices. One more thing to remember, not to drink water after the meal. You should wait for at least 1 hour 45 minutes after the meal to allow the body to absorb the nutrients. If there is an urgent need of drinking something after a meal than you can have 1/2 cup of lemon juice in lukewarm water.

1-2 Hours Before Bedtime - A glass of lukewarm water an hour before bedtime might help you with any fluid loss and even a healthy good night's sleep.

Time Chart -

If you need a time chart then you can take a screenshot of this time chart underneath for your Water drinking schedule - (It's what I follow, As I'm A Yoga Instructor and A Nutritionist, Your Timing May Differ. You Can Change It As Per Your Work And Life Schedule or Lifestyle)

5:00 AM - Early Morning Before Even Brushing (2 Glasses Of Luke Warm Water One Plain And One With 2 Leaves Of Tulsi Leaves{Indian Basil Leaves})

7:30 Am – Before Going For A Shower (After 2 Hours Of Yoga Session I Love To Drink A Glass Of Warm Water With Lemon Into It Before Going For A Shower) {If You're Taking Any Kind Of BP Lowering Medication You Can Avoid Lemon As It Might Lower BP Too)

Now After 45 Minutes, I Usually Have My Breakfast .. (Your Breakfast Should Be Of Your Choice Healthy And Delicious)

Now After a Couple Of Hours Of My Breakfast, I Love To Drink A Glass Of Juice Or A Cup Of Green Tea Or Water (Some Kind Of Liquid, Depending On You. Try To Avoid Tea Or Coffee, If Possible)

You might feel thirsty on your own So how many glasses depends on your thirst, Now 45 minutes before lunch gulp 1 more glass of water.

Now, one glass of water after a couple of hours of having lunch is a good practice.

5:00 PM – Water, Green Tea Or Anything A Little Warm (Try To Avoid Soft Drinks) Remember The More Water You Will Drink This Time (As per your thirst, the more your will be satiated and this will prevent you from overeating in the night)

19:00 – This is my Dinner Time

21:00 – I normally take 2 glasses of water during this time.

22:00 - A glass of warm milk (with or without turmeric & honey) 30 minutes before I doze off while reading a book (Make sure you keep your phone away)

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