According to nutritionist Kristina Vinogradova, drinking unsuitable drinks on an empty stomach leads to damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa.
In an interview with nutritionist Vinogradova, drinks were listed that are harmful drink on an empty stomach because of possible complications in this case.
“Alcohol, coffee, hot tea is dangerous to drink on an empty stomach,” a nutritionist told Moscow 24.
The specialist explained that taking alcohol on an empty stomach provokes irritation of the gastric mucosa. Frequent drinking on an empty stomach is fraught with erosion with the risk of subsequent development of an ulcer, in addition, it makes a person prone to gastritis.
As for coffee, taking it on an empty stomach (especially strong and without milk) also irritates the mucous tissue of the digestive tract and can provoke exacerbations already existing pathologies associated with inflammation (for example, gastritis, duodenitis).
In turn, hot tea, when taken on an empty stomach, can not only irritate, but also injure the mucous membrane. People who have a habit of eating and drinking everything hot may not notice the dangerous effects of a high-temperature drink, while it increases the risk of malignant tumors (specifically cancer of the esophagus). soda, sour fruit and berry juices. If you add lemon to your drink or water in the morning, then a very small slice is best, ”continued Kristina Vinogradova.
In addition, the nutritionist advised not to consume sweetened drinks on an empty stomach. Their intake leads to a sharp increase in blood glucose, to which the body reacts by releasing large amounts of insulin. If a person often consumes sugary drinks on an empty stomach, he may develop insulin resistance – the habituation of cells to a high concentration of insulin. In such circumstances, type 2 diabetes often develops.
“On an empty stomach, you can drink herbal teas, and, best of all, plain water,” the expert concluded.
Earlier, the MedikForum.ru portal wrote about what causes may cause strong cravings for unhealthy foods.
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Kristina Vinogradova healthy lifestyle nutritionist