Drinking tea is one of the oldest cultural habits that unite people worldwide, with a history spanning thousands of years, whether prepared with mint, ginger, or just its natural flavor.

Tea is not only served as a beverage but as a daily ritual associated with comfort, contemplation, and social interaction. However, it can become harmful to health if common mistakes are made.

Experts, according to Health.Mill, warned about some common habits that may spoil the benefits of tea or harm health.

Preparing overly concentrated tea

It is best to use one teaspoon of tea leaves per cup, with an extra spoon when preparing a large quantity.

Concentrated tea contains high levels of caffeine and tannins, which may lead to nervous system overstimulation, intestinal problems, or constipation.

Its diuretic effect may also cause dehydration if consumed excessively.

Brewing for long periods or drinking stale tea

Tea left for a long time loses its benefits and becomes a suitable environment for harmful bacteria growth, which may cause health problems.

Therefore, it is advised to prepare fresh tea each time.

Drinking very hot tea

Consuming very hot drinks may damage the mucous membranes of the mouth, esophagus, and stomach, increasing the risk of tissue irritation, ulcers, or even tumors in the long term.

Drinking tea on an empty stomach

It is recommended to drink tea half an hour after eating, as it enhances digestion and helps speed up metabolism.

Drinking it on an empty stomach can suppress appetite due to the effect of tea leaf extracts on hunger sensation, making skipping breakfast unhealthy.

Drinking tea immediately after meals

Some tea components may hinder the absorption of protein, iron, and important nutrients, so it is preferable to wait half an hour after eating before drinking tea.