Don’t Ever Drink Cold Water After Eating This Popular Nigerian Food — Here’s Why

Why You Should Never Drink Cold Water After Eating Nigerian Meals — Shocking Health Warning from NewsVista

That plate of egusi and pounded yam was delicious. You reach for an ice-cold bottle of water to wash it down — but according to a NewsVista health reporter, you could be doing silent damage to your body.

Doctors say drinking cold water right after heavy meals like jollof rice, fried rice, beans and plantain, or oily soups can interfere with your digestion and long-term health.

Here’s what really happens:

Cold water hardens fats in your stomach, forming a thick layer that slows digestion and encourages belly fat. It also shocks your digestive muscles, causing cramps, bloating, and poor nutrient absorption.

Even worse, when combined with peppery food, cold drinks can trigger mucus build-up — leading to chest tightness, congestion, and difficulty breathing over time.

And for those over 30 or with high blood pressure, cold water can constrict blood vessels, quietly raising BP levels without warning.

What should you do instead?
– Stick to room-temperature water after meals
– Wait at least 15–20 minutes before drinking
– Add lemon or cucumber to lukewarm water if you need something refreshing

That chilled drink may feel good now, but your body may be paying the price later.