Understanding the Science: Why do people drink water with ice cream?
                                
                                
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                                Scientific research shows that eating high-sugar foods like ice cream can trigger a thirst response by affecting the body's hydration levels. Many people instinctively drink water with ice cream to counteract this effect, along with other surprising physiological and practical reasons.