Drinking Water on an Empty Stomach: Is It a Healthy Way to Start Your Morning?

glass of water.

Sip slowly. Drinking gradually is generally more comfortable than drinking a large amount quickly.

Eat breakfast when you’re ready. There is no medical requirement to wait 30–45 minutes before eating. If you enjoy waiting, that’s fine, but it isn’t necessary.

Helpful Tips

If 16–20 ounces feels like

too much, start with one small glass and gradually increase if desired.

If you add lemon, rinse your mouth with plain water afterward or drink through a straw to help reduce contact between the acid and your tooth enamel.

Choose the water temperature that feels best to you—cold, room temperature,