Cardi B, the celebrated Grammy-winning rapper, recently shared her unique method of hydration during a lively Instagram Live session that has captured the attention of her fans. In a candid three-minute segment, she indulged in ice from a large bucket while discussing her quirky habit, equating her ice consumption to drinking an astounding six bottles of water each day.
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The unexpected live stream took place in the early hours of 26th February 2026 when Cardi, whose real name is Belcalis Almánzar, decided to prepare a cup of her favourite Buldak ramen, enriched with milk and cheese, as she chat about her ongoing “Little Miss Drama Tour.” Despite being in the midst of a hectic touring schedule, Cardi candidly admitted that she wasn’t performing at her best due to a stomach ache she experienced the night prior, which required her to take numerous showers and even a bath for relief. “Who’s gonna cook healthy for me? I don’t have my mummy or my chef,” she lamented, illustrating the challenges of touring life.
In a striking moment during the live session, Cardi scooped ice from her bucket and happily munched on it, commenting on the occasional brain freeze she experienced. Her revelations didn’t stop there; Cardi opened up about her longstanding obsession with ice, sharing that someone had recently approached her regarding her “ice addiction.”
“It’s gotten worse over the years,” she confessed. Despite a tightness in her chest attributed to asthma, Cardi dismissed claims she might be anaemic, stating, “I know because I get blood tested all the f—ing time.” She further elaborated on her affinity for ice, revealing that in her eyes, the act of chewing on ice provides a similar benefit to hydration as drinking water. “I probably eat five large cups of Chick-fil-A ice, sometimes maybe more,” she noted, advocating for the perks she believes her ice-eating habit brings.
Amidst her ice snacking, Cardi also emphasised her commitment to drinking sufficient water, a critical part of her routine, particularly following her stomach troubles. During the live session, she even sipped from an electrolyte beverage, aiming to aid her recovery.
Interestingly, Cardi B is not alone in her ice-bingeing habit; other musicians have publicly acknowledged their love for chewing ice. For instance, Remy Ma previously mentioned damaging a veneer due to her ice chewing, while Coco Jones recently shared with W Magazine her own affinity for the crunchy snack. “My doctor says it’s an iron deficiency,” Jones confessed, reflecting a common thematic link among those who chew ice.
As Cardi B continues her “Little Miss Drama Tour,” her latest performance took place in Sacramento, California, on 25th February, with the next show scheduled for San Francisco on 27th February. The tour, like her Instagram Live, highlights the unfiltered and relatable personality that has won her fans around the world.
With her candidness about personal habits, Cardi not only entertains but also engages in a broader discussion about health and lifestyle choices, leaving many to ponder the quirky pleasures that come with being a global music sensation.