First: Slow down. Sip like a fancy tea party guest, not a marathon runner. Second: Don’t chug on an empty stomach. Have a small bite first. Third: Check the temperature. Room temp is your friend.
Fourth: Add flavor. A slice of cucumber, a splash of juice, or a mint leaf. It tricks your brain into thinking it’s a “real” drink. Fifth: Check your water source. Try distilled or spring water to see if tap water is your enemy.
Sixth: Don’t drink while eating. Some people need to separate drinking from meals by 15 minutes. This prevents your stomach from getting confused between digesting food and processing water.
