Let’s be honest: constipation is uncomfortable. It can affect your body, your eating habits and even your mood. It’s a common issue that affects people of all ages - including those who generally follow a healthy diet.
Translation | Amaryllis Tsegou
There’s plenty of discussion around foods that support bowel regularity. But did you know there’s a simple morning habit that many people swear by to help keep things moving like clockwork? It’s as simple as drinking a glass of warm water first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, before breakfast.
Why warm water may help
Yes - warm water. It may sound too simple to make a difference, but many people around the world find it helpful, even if there’s no definitive scientific proof that it works the same way for everyone. After all, every body functions differently - digestion included.
If you’d like to try it, drink a glass of warm water as soon as you wake up, before eating anything. It shouldn’t be too hot - just comfortably warm.
Research suggests that warm water may help stimulate bowel movements. For starters, it promotes hydration and constipation is often linked to dehydration or insufficient fluid intake. Startingyour day with water - whether warm or at room temperature - helps rehydrate your body and activate its natural processes. The warmth, in particular, is thought to gently stimulate the digestive system.
Warm water may also help relax the muscles of the digestive tract, potentially making bowel movements easier. Over time, if practiced consistently, your body may begin to associate that warm glass of water with your morning routine, supporting more regular bowel habits.
A few things to keep in mind
If you have a sensitive stomach - for example, if you suffer from gastritis or ulcers - you may want to avoid drinks that are very hot.
That said, constipation is rarely resolved by a single habit alone. It’s best managed through a combination of supportive lifestyle practices. Including fiber-rich foods in your diet, staying well hydrated throughout the day and maintaining regular physical activity - all play an important role in keeping your guy functioning properly.
