Many people start their day with a comforting cup of chai, believing it to be an essential ritual. However, recent insights suggest that drinking tea on an empty stomach may have several negative effects on health.
Consuming tea first thng in the morning can irritate the stomach lining, leading to discomfort, bloating, and nausea. The acidity in tea can trigger gastric issues, especially if your stomach is empty.
Tea acts as a diuretic, which means it increases urine output. When consumed in the morning, it can contribute to dehydration after several hours of sleep without water intake. This dehydration can leave you feeling sluggish and fatigued.
Tea contains tannins that can bind to essential minerals like iron and calcium, making them less available for absorption. This is particularly concerning for individuals with iron deficiency or those relying on plant-based diets.
The natural acids present in tea can erode tooth enamel over time, especially when consumed frequently or in large quantities. This erosion can lead to increased sensitivity and a higher risk of cavities.
While many drink tea to alleviate headaches, excessive consumption can actually trigger them due to caffeine content. Caffeine narrows blood vessels around the brain, and withdrawal from it can lead to rebound headaches.
Also watch this video
The caffeine in tea stimulates the release of hormones like noradrenaline and norepinephrine, which can raise heart rate and blood pressure temporarily. For some individuals, this might lead to palpitations or anxiety.
Although tea has less caffeine than coffee, consuming it in large amounts can still disrupt sleep patterns. If you’re sensitive to caffeine, drinking tea too close to bedtime may affect your ability to fall asleep.
Don't Miss: 5 Hidden Benefits Of Banana Leaves: A Natural Wonder
Drinking tea on an empty stomach may lead to increased gastric acid secretion, resulting in indigestion or acid reflux symptoms. This discomfort can be exacerbated by the addition of milk or sugar commonly found in chai.
Regularly drinking tea without food may lead to nutrient deficiencies over time due to impaired absorption of vitamins and minerals essential for overall health.
Starting your day with tea may wash out beneficial bacteria from your mouth and gut, disrupting digestion and metabolism. This disruption can lead to long-term digestive issues if not addressed.
Don't Miss: How Does Genetics Play A Part In Causing Ovarian Cancer: Expert Shares Insights
For more such stories, stay tuned to HerZindagi
Herzindagi.com is Jagran New Media's gender and lifestyle vertical, catering to women of all age groups, helping them remain updated, on-trend and aware. To improve our performance and understand our readers' interests better, we have created this poll. This will take 2 minutes of your time, do help us out with this link.
Image Courtesy: Freepik
Our aim is to provide accurate, safe and expert verified information through our articles and social media handles. The remedies, advice and tips mentioned here are for general information only. Please consult your expert before trying any kind of health, beauty, life hacks or astrology related tips. For any feedback or complaint, contact us at compliant_gro@jagrannewmedia.com.