Before or after meals, when is the right time to drink water?

The human body loses water every moment, even through breathing. Consequently, drinking water is of paramount importance for hydrating the body.

The body uses water in every cell, organ, or tissue, not only to regulate internal temperature but also to maintain every function.

Until now, health experts have recommended drinking at least eight glasses of water a day.

Of course, drinking these eight glasses at the same time is impossible.

Do you know when is the best time to drink water?

Read below for tips on drinking water at the right time to improve its efficiency in the body.

Water after waking up

Drink a glass of water as soon as you wake up. This way all your internal organs will be activated. Water helps flush out toxins before your next meal.

Water before a meal

Drinking a glass of water 30 minutes before a meal helps with digestion. You should not drink water a few minutes before sitting down to eat or immediately after eating.

If you do this, the water will dilute the digestive juices. Drink water an hour after eating to help your body absorb all the nutrients.

Water before taking a bath

Drink a glass of water before taking a bath to lower your blood pressure.

Water before bed

Drink a glass of water an hour before bed to help your body cope with fluid loss during the night.

Proper water drinking times

If you organize your water drinking according to a specific schedule, you will help your body stay in shape.

The following schedules are subject to daily commitments and may be changed or adjusted as needed.

7:00 – First glass

Drink the first glass as soon as you wake up to hydrate your body after sleep. Half an hour later you can eat breakfast.

9:00 – Second glass

An hour after breakfast, you can drink the second glass and continue work as usual.

11:30 – Third glass

Drink a glass of water 30 minutes before eating lunch.

13:30 – Fourth glass

Drink a glass of water an hour after lunch to help your body better absorb the necessary nutrients.

15:00 – Fifth glass

During your break, drink a fruit juice or drink without added sweeteners to refresh your brain.

17:00 – Sixth glass

This glass of water will keep you full and prevent overeating during dinner.

20:00 – Seventh glass

Drink a glass of water after dinner and before taking a bath.

22:00 – Eighth glass

Drink a final glass of water an hour before bed. This will help your cells regenerate while you sleep./AgroWeb.or