Question 1

why would green tea on an empty stomach cause nauseous every time i drink it?

Accepted Answer

Nausea, Green Tea: I understand your discomfort.
Green tea contains Tannins which stimulate stomach to secrete more acid. If you have peptic ulcer an acid reflux problem, green tea can cause nausea. 
You can reduce nausea by taking green tea after a meal.
Do Breathing and Music Relaxation, Meditation.
See a physician if you have heartburn, pain in the stomach and Reflux; discuss effects of Green Tea.

Question 2

could it be okay to drink green tea with empty stomach?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are some people who are sensitive to the tannins in tea and  get upset stomach. But it is fine for most people. Would limit to 5 cups per day to avoid potential side effects.

Question 3

early morning empty stomach drinking green tea good or bad??

Accepted Answer

Green Tea: Green tea on an empty stomach is fine unless you experience GI upset with green tea. Recommend a maximum of 5 cups per day.

Question 4

when is the right time to drink green tea, after meal, before meals, empty stomach, morning or evening.

Accepted Answer

It's a beverage...: It's not medicinal. Your answer is yes...Please enjoy green tea at any time of the day or evening as a healthful beverage, with friends, over a good book, while relaxing, etc.  As with anything, moderation is key.

Question 5

can i drink green tea with empty stomach will it help in weight loss and what is the good time to drink green tea.

Accepted Answer

Green  Tea: Green tea has a diuretic effect so you lose water weight. The Linus Pauling Institute reported a study that suggests green tea extracts acts as a plant-based alternative for glycemic control.  Catechins in the tea may ^ thermogenesis. 3 to 4 cups/day can have health benefits. Drinking 5 or &gt; cups of caffeinated green tea can lead to possible side effects.
Benefits are minimal. No specific time.

Question 6

i am urinating 6 times a day. i used to drink around 1 to 1.5 liter water on empty stomach in early morning. i am taking three cups of green tea every. my urine output is 500ml each time. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: The greater the fluid intake the more you will urinate. In addition, if the green tea is caffeinated, there may be additional urine output due to the fact caffeine can act like a diuretic.

Question 7

green tea on empty stomach.. is it good or bad??

Accepted Answer

Neither good or bad: Green tea can be taken on a full or empty stomach with no ill effects.  Drink the tea when you feel you want it.

Question 8

does eating watermelon and then tea in empty stomach in the morning bad? i have stomach cramps for the past 2 days since i had it...is it serious?

Accepted Answer

Watermelon-tea: Watermelon and tea are not bad for you.  Perhaps you have developed an infection or stomach flu.  If your symptoms continue , see your primary care professional.

Question 9

can too much tea and sugar cause hems to get worse and bleed?  especially taken an empty stomach?  i have read where caffeine is not good for them.

Accepted Answer

Sort of...: Caffeine is bad for hemorrhoids only in the sense that it can cause upset or more frequent bowel movements, which can make it harder for hemorrhoids to heal when inflamed. Probably best to hold off when they're inflamed, and concentrate on good, healthy, high fiber diet.

Question 10

i chugged green tea this morning on empty stomach (2cups steeped for 15min) & about 20min later it made me vomit. read online something about tannins?

Accepted Answer

Yep,probably tannins: Yes, green tea has tannins which can cause nausea, esp. on an empty stomach and esp. if you chug it and esp. if you steep it a long time. if you had sipped it more slowly you may not have vomited.  See
http://www.nichetopics.info/green-tea-side-effects-nausea-vomiting.html
But there are many proven benefits as well:
https://www.umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/green-tea

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