The doctor angrily reprimanded: If you drink tea like this again, your kidneys will be wasted, and these drinking methods are very hurtful!
"I just drank some tea, why did I have a kidney problem?" Mr. Zhang looked at his doctor in confusion, who frowned and seemed to have a lot to say. Mr. Zhang drinks at least five cups of tea a day and thinks it's a good way to stay healthy, but what he doesn't know is that certain tea drinking habits can actually be detrimental to the body.
Many people like to get up in the morning and drink tea on an empty stomach. On an empty stomach, there is no food in the stomach as a buffer, and a large amount of tea can easily lead to an increase in gastric acid secretion, which may cause stomach pain or stomach ulcers in the long run. The theophylline in tea may also stimulate the kidneys and increase urine output, resulting in a rapid loss of trace elements such as potassium and sodium in the body, which can cause a burden on kidney function.
Some people like to drink tea before bed, believing that it helps to relax. However, the caffeine in tea can stimulate the nervous system and make it difficult for people to fall asleep, and in the long run, the decline in sleep quality will not only affect the mental state of the next day, but also may have adverse effects on the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems.
There is also a common misconception that strong tea is highly concentrated. Some people think that the stronger the tea, the greater the health benefits, but in fact, too strong tea not only tastes bitter, but also contains too high components such as caffeine and tea polyphenols, which can easily lead to stomach discomfort and even cause heart palpitations and dizziness after excessive intake.
Another problem that is easily overlooked in tea drinking is the accumulation of heavy metals. Tea grows by absorbing nutrients from the soil through its roots, and may also absorb heavy metals such as lead and cadmium from the soil. Long-term consumption of certain poor quality tea leaves may lead to the accumulation of these harmful substances in the body, which can cause damage to organs such as the kidneys.
In order to drink tea healthily, you should choose the right time. For example, half an hour after a meal is a good time point, when drinking tea can help digestion and reduce the greasy feeling caused by more fat in the diet. At the same time, it is also crucial to choose a good tea brand and water source to ensure the quality and safety of the tea.
The temperature of drinking tea should not be ignored. Hot tea is good, but overheated tea can easily damage the mucous membranes of the mouth and esophagus, which may increase certain health risks in the long run. The appropriate temperature for drinking tea should be between 60 degrees and 70 degrees, which can not only maintain the aroma and taste of tea, but also avoid causing harm to the body.
For those with specific health problems, tea should be drunk with more caution. For example, people with kidney disease, stomach ulcers, or those who are prone to anxiety may have their condition or symptoms aggravated by drinking too much tea. In these cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor, adjust your tea drinking habits, and choose a drink that is suitable for your health condition.
Under the advice of his doctor, Mr. Zhang began to adjust his tea drinking habits, reduce tea intake, avoid drinking tea at inappropriate times, and began to pay attention to the quality of tea and the way of drinking. Through these simple changes, his physical condition has improved significantly.
While adjusting his tea drinking habits, Mr. Zhang also learned some tips for choosing tea leaves and making tea. For example, green tea retains more of its natural aroma and antioxidant content because it is not fermented, but it is also more susceptible to water quality. Therefore, using filtered or mineral water to brew green tea can avoid chlorine and other chemicals in tap water that can affect the taste and health effects of the tea.
In addition, many people have the habit of adding more tea leaves and brewing for a long time to pursue a strong tea flavor. In fact, this often makes the tea too bitter and astringent, which not only affects the taste, but also may irritate the stomach. It is reasonable to adjust the amount of tea and the brewing time according to the type of tea. For example, 3 to 5 minutes is enough for a typical green tea, while black tea can be brewed for a little longer, about 5 to 7 minutes.
And, interestingly, although many people like to drink tea while doing things at work, although this is refreshing, it is also easy to ignore the amount of tea they drink. Before you know it, you may consume too much caffeine at the end of the day, resulting in poor sleep at night. To avoid this, try swapping your tea for herbal teas, such as chrysanthemum or peppermint tea, which have a natural aroma that helps you relax and is largely caffeine-free.
For those who love to drink tea, it is also a pleasure to learn about the types and characteristics of tea. Different teas have different properties and suitable drinking times. For example, oolong tea is somewhere between green and black tea, and its semi-fermentation process gives it a unique aroma and taste, making it suitable for drinking after meals and can help with digestion and pick-me-up.
In addition, drinking tea is also a science. Mastering the right tea brewing techniques will not only enhance the flavor of the tea, but also maximize the health benefits of the tea. For example, the water temperature should not be too high when brewing tea, green tea is best at 70 to 80 degrees, black tea and oolong tea can be around 90 degrees, which can not only avoid destroying the nutrients in the tea, but also ensure the fresh taste of the tea soup.
Although drinking tea is a trivial matter in daily life, the knowledge and exquisiteness involved in it are quite rich. Through the right way of drinking tea and the appropriate choice of tea, you can not only enjoy the delicious taste of tea, but also use the health benefits of tea to improve the quality of life. Through these simple changes, Mr. Zhang regained the joy of drinking tea and gradually felt the improvement of his physical health.
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