Can I Drink Herbal Tea If I Have Colitis? A Review By Nutrition Professionals
Tea image
Expert opinion from Maria Arienti
Postgraduate in Nutritional Support/Bachelor in Nutrition · 13 years of experience · Argentina
Drinking herbal or green tea is considered a good complementary therapy for colitis. Tea can naturally lower inflammation and possibly help with ulcerative colitis symptoms. So yes, you can drink herbal tea if you have colitis.
Expert opinion from Deidre Huysamen
Dietician – Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services · 7 years of experience · South Africa
If you have colitis you can consume herbal teas. It is best to avoid any spicy or too strongly flavored teas that may trigger side effects. Something like chamomile would be best.
Expert opinion from Livia Dickson Chen
PhD in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil
There is no specific contraindication. However, there are some teas that can be useful during crises such as ginger tea and green tea.
→ See more questions and expert answers related to Tea.
What are people curious about? | |
---|---|
Keto gummies weight loss | Magnesium glycinate |
Turmeric benefits | Weight loss drugs |