Gokarna, 12 September 2026: Excessively hot or cold water should not be consumed, as sudden changes in temperature can adversely affect the body, said Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Raghaveshwara Bharati Mahaswamiji of Sri Ramachandrapura Math.
Speaking at a religious gathering held as part of the ‘Annabrahma Chaturmasya’ programme at the Math’s Moola Math premises in Ashoke, Gokarna, on September 12, the seer spoke about water in the ‘Annam Brahma’ discourse series.
He said Ayurveda advises against consuming water that is excessively cold or hot. The body should adapt to changes in temperature gradually rather than being exposed to sudden extremes, he explained.
Warning Against Excessively Cold Water
Raghaveshwara Bharati Swamiji said people have increasingly developed the habit of drinking chilled water directly from refrigerators because it provides immediate relief, especially in hot weather.
According to Ayurvedic principles, he said, excessively cold water may be difficult to digest, weaken Jatharagni (digestive fire), and aggravate Vata and Kapha. He added that modern scientific perspectives also raise concerns about the body's response to extreme cold, including blood-vessel constriction. He advised people to follow healthy water-drinking practices suited to their needs and the prevailing season.
Ayurveda’s Guidance on Water
Swamiji also spoke about traditional methods of preparing and cooling boiled water according to seasonal requirements. He referred to Ayurvedic descriptions of different methods of cooling water and the practice of adding certain flowers to water for fragrance.
He further suggested using suitable vessels such as gold, silver, copper, glass or earthenware for storing or consuming water, while expressing reservations about the use of steel tumblers in this context.
Public Figures Attend Programme
Karnataka Legislative Assembly Deputy Speaker Mankala Vaidya and Kumta MLA Dinakar Shetty, along with family members and others, were present and received the seer’s blessings. Members of the Keshava Bhat Sarpangal family, representing the Bengaluru North Havyaka Mandal, offered Bhiksha Seva. Shivaram Bhat Burde and his wife were present as the day’s designated hosts.
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| Kumta MLA Dinakar Shetty |
‘Navaratri Namasyā’ Invitation Released
Invitation for this year’s ‘Navaratri Namasyā’ celebrations was also released during the programme. Navaratri celebrations will be held at the Math’s branch in Girinagar, Bengaluru, from October 11 to 21, in the presence of Raghaveshwara Bharati Swamiji. The event will feature the worship of Goddess Mahadevi along with a variety of programmes.
Mohana Bhaskara Hegde, president of the Shasanatantra, finance president Ganesh J. L., Mahamandala secretary Mahesh Chatnalli, Ramesh Hegde Koramangala, Vadiraja Samaga and Thimmappa Gudde Dimba were present during the invitation release.
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