Swap ice-cold gulps for warmer sips with meals
Ice-cold drinks with a big meal feel refreshing, yet many people notice more bloating and cramping when every sip is fridge-cold. You do not need a rigid temperature rule. Try warmer water, herbal tea, or room-temperature water beside lunch and dinner for a week and notice how your midsection feels. Ginger or peppermint tea is a classic comfort option if you like the taste. Keep cold drinks for hot days and workouts. The swap is about matching fluid temperature to a busy digestive job—not about banning ice forever.
