Drinking Water Right Before Sleeping: Wrong Or Right?

It has been argued that drinkng water right before going to sleep can be dangerous to health.

While a fraction believes that drinking water before going to bed is benefits as it delays digestion, others however believes the contrary.

But experts says, drinking of water right before going to sleep is both good and bad depending on the amount of water consumed.
They posits that drinking a small amount of water before bed can help keep you hydrated and ensure that your body has enough fluids to function properly throughout the night.

They however noted that while drinking too much water before bed can cause you to wake up during the night due to the need to urinate, and can also lead to other health issues like hyponatremia and bloating, drinking small amount of water before bed can be beneficial as long as it does not cause you to feel uncomfortable as staying hydrated is important for overall health.

They also advice that drinking water before bed can help replenish any fluids lost during the day and can also help feel more refreshed and energized when you wake up in the morning.

They added that drinking water before bed may also help the body maintain a steady temperature throughout the night and can help reduce cases of night sweats.

In addition, they believe that drinking too much water before bed can lead to a condition called hyponatremia, a condition caused by an electrolyte imbalance in the body due to an over-consumption of water. Symptoms of hyponatremia includes nausea, confusion, muscle cramps, fatigue, and headaches.

In conclusion, they advised that drinking water before bed is generally beneficial as long as it is consumed in moderation as drinking small amounts of water can help you stay hydrated and get a better night sleep.

In all, It is best to listen to your body to avoid either taking too much or less as moderation is the key.

Category:

Health 

Oganisation:

Clevenard.com

Writer:

Idemudia Franca

Location:

Nigeria