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People have a lot of opinions aboutdrinking ice cold water.
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Some claim that drinking cold water is bad for your digestion and can cause mucus build-up.
Others claim that cold water makes youburn more caloriesand aids with exercise performance.
So what’s the truth?
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Is it okay to enjoy an ice-cold cup of water on a hot summer day?
Another common misconception about drinking ice cold water is how it can cause mucus build-up.
Just drink more water.
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