Don’t drink these 3 types of water at night, otherwise your cerebral blood vessels may "collapse"!

At night, when you are lying in bed and feel thirsty, do you pick up a glass of iced drink, sweet drink or wine to quench your thirst? If you have such a habit, you may need to reconsider it. According to the latest medical research, drinking iced water, sweet drinks and alcohol at night may have a negative impact on our health , especially on the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular system.

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Drink these three kinds of water at night, be careful of cerebral blood vessel "strike"!

1. Ice water

In the summer, many people like to cool down by drinking cold drinks. However, for some special groups, such as those with cardiovascular diseases, drinking a lot of ice water at night may bring fatal risks. When the body is in a hot environment, blood vessels will naturally expand to dissipate heat; and suddenly consuming too much ice water will cause blood vessels to contract rapidly, which will affect the blood supply to the heart and brain, increasing the risk of heart attack or cerebral infarction.

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In addition, the elderly and children should avoid drinking cold drinks at night because of their relatively weak gastrointestinal function, so as to avoid problems such as bloating, abdominal pain and even diarrhea. For female friends, especially during menstruation, drinking cold water may also cause uterine smooth muscle contraction, causing dysmenorrhea and other uncomfortable symptoms.

2. Sweet drinks

Sweet drinks are high in sugar and calories, and drinking them before bed will result in the sugar not being fully consumed and absorbed. Excess sugar will be converted into triglycerides, increasing the viscosity of the blood, thereby increasing the risk of blood vessel blockage , and in the long run it can easily lead to obesity.

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In addition, drinking sweetened drinks can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar, and frequent or excessive blood sugar fluctuations can increase the risk of insulin resistance.

3. Drinks

Many people believe that drinking a little alcohol before bed can help you sleep, but this is actually a misunderstanding. Alcohol stimulates the sympathetic nerves, speeds up the heart rate, and raises blood pressure, which is especially dangerous for people who already have cardiovascular problems. A large amount of alcohol may inhibit brain nerve activity and make people feel sleepy.
In addition, alcohol is mainly metabolized in the liver, and frequent drinking before bedtime will burden the liver, which may cause liver damage in the long run. In addition, alcohol also has a certain irritating effect on the gastric mucosa, which can easily cause symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.

Drinking water before bed is important

Although some water cannot be drunk at night, the right amount of water is still essential. So, what should you pay attention to when drinking water before going to bed?

Drink slowly and in small sips: Don't wait until you are very thirsty to drink water, and don't gulp down too much water at once. Instead, drink slowly, little by little, to give your body enough time to process the water you take in.

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Control the total amount: It is best not to drink a lot of water within one hour before going to bed. It is recommended not to exceed 70ml to avoid increasing the burden on the kidneys.

Drink warm water: Boiled water is the best choice for a bedtime drink. It does not contain any additives and can effectively replenish the water lost in the body and promote metabolism. It is best to choose warm water close to body temperature (about 37°C).

In addition to boiled water, you can also try the following drinks

1. Warm milk: Milk contains tryptophan, a natural sedative that can help people calm down and fall asleep faster.

2. Chrysanthemum tea: This tea is known for its mild sleep-inducing properties, but be careful to drink it in moderation to avoid drinking too much at one time, which may have the opposite effect.

3. Lemon water: Rich in potassium ions, citric acid and vitamin C, drinking it moderately can not only relieve anxiety, but also help lower blood pressure and improve microcirculation.