What you eat in the morning can make or break your health, and this is why the first meal or drink of the day plays a crucial part in the day-to-day diet. According to health experts, the first drink or food of the day can either help in improving overall health by providing ample nutrients after sleep fasting for more than eight hours or can cause discomfort and digestive ailments. Here are some common foods that you must avoid consuming on an empty stomach.
1…COFFEE
Drinking coffee on an empty stomach is a daily ritual for many people, but you will be amazed to know that consuming black coffee or coffee with milk can stimulate acid production in the stomach, which may lead to indigestion and discomfort.
FRIED FOODS
Eating puris or snacks in the morning can make you feel bloated throughout the day, this is because of the high oil and fat content, which can be heavy on the stomach. Consuming them on an empty stomach may lead to indigestion and can make you feel lethargic.
CITRUS FRUITS
Embarking the day with citrus fruits or juice can trigger acid reflux and may lead to discomfort and heartburn. In some cases, these foods may interact with digestive acids in the stomach and may lead to hyper acidity and cause ulcers.
BANANAS
While bananas are generally considered a healthy fruit, some people may experience discomfort when eating them on an empty stomach due to their high magnesium and potassium content.
TOMATOES
Tomatoes are acidic in nature and consuming them in the form of salads, juice or smoothies can lead to acid reflux when eating/drinking them on an empty stomach.
SPICY FOODS
Eating excessive amounts of spices and seasonings in the morning meal can irritate the stomach lining and may lead to indigestion or heartburn when consumed on an empty stomach