It is common for women to have pain and cramps during periods but some women have very unbearable pain. To get rid of it, they try many methods. Like- fomentation with hot water bag, medicine, drinking hot water, taking bath with hot water and also try many home remedies on the advice of elders.
Today in ABP’s special series Myth and Fact, we will talk about whether drinking hot water during periods is beneficial? Also, we will know whether doing so provides relief from period pain. ‘ABP Live Hindi’ has a special presentation on such things, Myth Vs Facts. ‘Myth Vs Facts Series’ is trying to bring the truth to you by taking you out of the swamp of old-fashioned things.
Provides relief from menstrual cramps
One of the benefits of drinking warm water is that it relaxes the uterine muscles and reduces menstrual cramps. Not just drinking warm water, but applying warm water compresses can also help relieve menstrual cramps. Water is essential for overall health, and drinking lukewarm water can have additional benefits, such as aiding digestion, improving blood circulation, and reducing stress.
To get relief from period pain, you can use heat packs and hot water bottles. Drinking hot water provides relief from pain inside the body. It also reduces swelling in the body.
If you want to drink water to get relief from pain, then do not drink very hot water, but drink lukewarm water. Because excessively hot water is not good for the organs of the body. It can cause a lot of harm.
One should not drink very hot water or tea-coffee. This is not good for the body parts. This can cause other problems.
Women should drink more water during periods
A person should drink 8-10 glasses of water throughout the day. Women should drink 2 liters more water during periods. Because it removes bloating and fatigue. It also improves the nervous system as well as blood circulation. If you want to drink lukewarm water throughout the day, you can do so, but excessively hot water is not good. It has a bad effect on digestion.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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