Gout

Those who love to drink tea know that there are many types of tea, each with different effects and properties. Sometimes, when our body sends us certain signals, we should put down our teacup and stop drinking tea to avoid affecting our health, turning a “beneficial tea” into a “bad tea.” During a Gastric Episode Tea contains a relatively high amount of caffeine, especially Pu'er and black tea. For those with excessive stomach acid or gastric ulcers, drinking tea during a gastric episode can dilute the stomach acid, making digestion more difficult, causing acid reflux, and potentially worsening the condition. During a Gout Attack Gout is a debilitating condition that causes intense pain in the feet, making sleep impossible. People with gout must avoid foods containing purines, tannins, and seafood. Since tea contains a certain amount of tannic acid, drinking it during a gout attack will only exacerbate the condition, especially if the tea is strong or steeped for a long time. When You Have Constipation Most of the food fiber we consume is too refined and contains numerous additives, which are not conducive to digestion and absorption, often leading to constipation. The polyphenols in tea can make stools harder…