Imagine not drinking any water or liquid for the next 8 hours! Am sure you will be feeling thirsty. That's what happens when we are asleep. . Here are 6 reasons why drinking water first in an empty stomach is important to the body. . 1. Water fires up your metabolism, hydrates you, helps your body flush out toxins, gives your brain fuel. . 2. Drinking water first thing in the morning prevents headache. Most of the time we experience headaches due to dehydration. Drinking water in the morning ensures that your body is hydrated. Infact drinking hot water can increase your metabolic rate by at least 24%. . 3. It does not only clear your stomach, it goes a long way in reducing the risk of a number of diseases like kidney diseases. . 4. It purifies the colon and it improves the stomach’s chances to absorb nutrients properly. A better digestive system automatically takes care of a lot of other things. . 5. It is also one of the secrets behind a glowing skin, as water removes th