Dosha Doc

By Nancy Lonsdorf, M.D

Craving sweets at work? Unsure what kind of drinking water is best? Need to rev up faster? The Dosha Doc's got the answers.

Q: I read that ayurveda says you're supposed to drink warm water. Ugh! Are there any exceptions where ice water is okay? --Leslie M., Redmond, WA

A: Generally, ice water is too much of a contrast to the body, suppresses digestion, and has a cold effect on your sinuses, ears, as well as to your tonsils, lymphatic system, and throat. If you're really hot during summer and you're not going to have a meal for a couple of hours, you could have some cold water to cool your body. But throughout the year, the coldest water you should drink is room temperature.

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