I want to know whether I can take water along with a meal. Is it true that water should not be taken one hour after a meal?

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Patient's Query

Hello Doctor,

Can we drink water along with the food? I have heard that water should only be taken one hour after the meal. Is that true?

Dear User, Welcome to icliniq.com

  • You can drink water when your body is in need of it.
  • It is better not to drink too much water around your meal time (before, during or immediately after meals) because it may cause dilution of your digestive juices, and may sometimes lead to indigestion.
  • At other times, feel free to drink as much water as you want.

I hope this answers your question.

Answered byDr. Suneetha B S

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At October 17, 2014
Reviewed AtMay 6, 2025

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