Drinking water is extremely important to maintain your overall health. But is drinking water while standing bad for your health? Let's find out.
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Well, many people don't believe that drinking water while standing is harmful for your health. While you might believe it's a myth, it's not! Here are the side effects of drinking water while standing.
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May Lead To Digestive Issues
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Drinking water while standing forces it into the food canal directly, causing it to fall on the lower stomach. It can disrupt the fluid balance and lead to indigestion.
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Causes Kidney Problems
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Drinking water while standing causes it to reach one's lower stomach without any filtration, damaging the bladder and kidneys.
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Bad For Lungs
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When you drink water while standing, required nutrients and vitamins don't reach the liver and digestive tract. This can lead to lung problems.
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Increases Arthritis Risk
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Arthritis is the swelling of one or more joints. The balance of fluids is disrupted when you drink water while standing. It can also cause fluids to accumulate fluids in joints, which can lead to arthritis.
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How To Drink Water To Avoid Problems?
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Experts say that the correct way to drink water is to sit down on a chair and keep your back straight. This will help all the nutrients reach your body.