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Why Ayurveda Says You Should Avoid Tea and Coffee on an Empty Stomach

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 In our fast-paced lives, reaching for a cup of tea or coffee first thing in the morning is common. However, traditional wisdom, especially from Ayurveda, suggests that drinking these beverages on an empty stomach is not ideal for our overall health. Let's explore how this advice aligns with Ayurvedic principles and why it's better to rethink your morning beverage choices. Understanding Ayurveda: The Balance of Agni In Ayurveda, the concept of AgniтАФthe digestive fire тАФis central to our health. Agni governs our digestion, metabolism, and overall vitality. According to Ayurvedic philosophy, the strength of Agni varies throughout the day, and it is the weakest in the morning, just after waking up. Ayurveda recommends a gentle start to the day, allowing your digestive system to wake up and gradually prepare for food. Drinking tea or coffee on an empty stomach can overwhelm the digestive system and disturb the delicate balance of Agni. These beverages, particularly coffee, are acidi...

The Impact of Stress on Your Digestive System

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  Most of us are familiar with stress and would have experienced it at some point of time in our lives for sure. Whether you are a student and are experiencing stress before your exams, or project submission, or before participating in your school play, taking part in any sports event etc. or you are a working professional experiencing stress after joining a new company or role, before the appraisals, while handling client escalation calls or delivering speech before your team, stress is a part of our lives.  While you might recognize some of the more common warning signs that stress is building to unhealthy levels: like difficulty breathing and rapid heartbeat, other stress signals may go unnoticed. LetтАЩs explore this article to see  how stress affects digestion . Types of stress Short-term stress тАУ  This may be caused by situations like examinations, job interviews, weddings, childbirth, planning to buy a house or any other big item etc. The cause behind the stress...