Gastroenterologist Rustem Sadykov: you should not drink acidic drinks on an empty stomach.
Doctor Sadykov named the negative consequences of drinking water with lemon in the morning lemon The doctor said that drinking acidic drinks on an empty stomach after sleep increases the risk of disruption of the normal functioning of the stomach. In particular, the acid entering it can negatively affect the production of its own acidic juice, necessary for digestion.
In case of existing chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, acidic water with lemon, taken on an empty stomach, can provoke an exacerbation of the pathology, leading to the appearance of uncomfortable and painful symptoms, the specialist warned.
Another negative consequence of the habit of drinking sour drinks in the morning on an empty stomach is a disruption of the process absorption of proteins in the body. In addition, it can have a harmful effect on the mucous membrane.
“Frequent consumption of acidic drinks can damage the delicate mucous membrane of the throat, causing soreness, pain and inflammation,” added doctor Sadykov.
The doctor drew attention to the fact that in the morning, alkaline foods and drinks are preferable for taking on an empty stomach, as reported by “Doctor Peter.”
“To maintain a healthy stomach, it is better to give preference to alkaline foods, such as bananas, avocados or almond milk, which help neutralize the acidity of the stomach and protect its mucous membrane,” explained the gastroenterologist.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote that you should not drink more than two cups of black or green tea a day, she spoke about this in detail therapist Galina Volkova.
Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.
Rustem Sadykov Healthy lifestyle, gastroenterologist, candidate of medical sciences