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5 Foods That Should Be Avoided When Consuming Tea

Citrus Fruits

While adding a slice of lemon to tea can be beneficial, consuming citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and grapefruits alongside tea can lead to digestive issues. The high acidity of these fruits can disrupt the delicate flavours of tea and potentially lead to heartburn when combined with the tannins present in tea.

Iron-rich Foods

Iron-rich foods such as spinach, red meat, and lentils are essential for your body but pairing them with tea may not be a good idea. Tea contains tannins and oxalates, which can hinder the absorption of nonheme iron.

Spicy Food

Pairing spicy food items such as hot curries can overpower the taste of tea and exacerbate gastrointestinal discomfort. For some individuals, the tannins in tea can irritate the stomach lining, and when mixed with the capsaicin in spicy foods, it can lead to increased indigestion, stomach acidity, and heartburn.

Processed and Sugary Food

Another item to avoid while having tea is foods high in processed sugars and artificial additives as it can diminish the health benefits of tea. The high glycemic load of processed sugary foods can offset the stabilising effects of tea on blood sugar levels.

Cold Food

Pairing cold food items with hot tea may lead to several problems as the contrasting temperatures disrupt the digestive tract and potentially cause nausea.

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