Nowadays, it's hard to believe no one enjoys taking a cup or several cups of cold water after meal. The belief is, it not only allows for easy passage of your food but also makes it enjoyable. A medical practitioner has however pointed out the danger in gulping a cupful of cold water after eating. I've been asked to share this (Note: it only applies to after taking meals, not generally)

"It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal but the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this "sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal"