Many of us do not have enough water throughout the day and it can affect the functioning of many organs in our body. If you have been trying to lose weight and haven’t seen changes, chances are that you are not consuming enough water.
But this Japanese water therapy will help you regulate your water intake , keep many health issues at bay and will also help you to lose weight. This technique is a great way to make sure you are consuming enough water throughout the day.
But what is Japanese Water Therapy?
Japanese traditional medicine recommends drinking water right after waking up early morning. These early morning hours are considered to be ‘golden hours’, and it is believed that drinking water during this period not only promotes weight loss by smoothening your digestive system, but can also help in treating various health problems.
Here is what Japanese water therapy suggest:
- Have 160ml water 4-6 times as soon as you wake up in the morning. It can be lukewarm or at room temperature. Make sure to have it on empty stomach.
- Drink 45 mins after having food You can brush your teeth though after you are done drinking water.
- If you have trouble having 4-5 glasses in one go, take a break after each glass.
- Make sure to wait for at least 2 hours to eat or drink anything after you have your meal.
- People who have any health issues can start by having one glass of water in the morning and gradually increase the quantity.
This ideology also encourages people to exercise for at least one hour a day and to gargle every night with salt and warm water. Chewing your food properly before gulping it down as it helps in better digestion of food.
Japanese water therapy helps relieve stress, promotes weight loss and ensures a strong digestive system. Most of all, it keeps you energetic throughout the day. Drinking enough water during the day also revs up your metabolism.