Warm or cold drinks in summer? What Nicole Păcuraru says about cooling the body down

During a heatwave, most people instinctively reach for ice-cold drinks. In the Realitatea Medicală edition, Nicole Păcuraru explains why a warm drink can actually help the body cool down more effectively than a cold one, whilst also highlighting the importance of staying consistently hydrated during the warm season.

According to the explanation provided, a cold drink gives an immediate sensation of coolness, but this lasts only a short time. A warm drink, on the other hand, stimulates perspiration, and as the sweat evaporates from the skin, the body cools down naturally.

The golden rule remains hydration

Whether you choose a warm drink or a cold one, the advice remains the same: keep yourself hydrated consistently throughout the day. Water is recommended as the best solution for coping with high temperatures and avoiding dehydration.