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Why my stomach becomes acidic after drinking tea?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Tea contains: Tannic acid, especially green tea. Tannins are found in plants. You might switch to herbal teas and see if it makes a difference.

Answered 3/30/2014

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