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Lauren Ball, Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland

Will drinking hot water help me lose weight, clear my skin or treat cramps?

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You may have noticed an unexpected wellness trend gaining traction online. People are claiming a daily cup of hot water (with nothing else in it) can deliver everything from weight loss and clearer skin to relief from menstrual cramps and sore throats.

The practice is often presented as simple and natural.

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