Does Cold Water Burn Calories? The Surprising Truth (Dentists Weigh In)

The Truth About Drinking Cold Water: Calorie Burn and Dental Health (Expert Insights)
Does Cold Water Really Burn Calories? The Science Explained
The idea that drinking cold water helps burn calories has circulated for years, but how much truth is behind this claim? Let’s examine the science with a critical lens.
When you drink ice-cold water, your body expends a small amount of energy to warm it to body temperature (98.6°F). However, the actual calorie burn is minimal: