Drinking ice water is not recommended for colds. Cold and flu patients often have cough, pharyngeal discomfort symptoms, drinking ice water will cause irritation to the throat, may also cause tracheal spasm, aggravate coughing symptoms; cold and flu during the gastrointestinal function is usually weak, drinking ice water on the stomach and intestines caused by the stimulation of the impact of digestion, but also may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and even dehydration, electrolyte disorders, is not conducive to the recovery of the disease. It is recommended to drink lukewarm water during colds to avoid aggravating the condition, and go to the hospital for further consultation if you feel unwell.