{"id":79979,"date":"2025-07-17T14:42:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:42:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=79979"},"modified":"2025-07-17T14:42:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:42:19","slug":"intermittent-fasting-tea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Intermittent Fasting Tea Bring Real Effects To Your Body?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Does_Tea_Break_Your_Fast\" >Does Tea Break Your Fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#What_Tea_Can_I_Drink_When_Intermittent_Fasting\" >What Tea Can I Drink When Intermittent Fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Do_Teas_Offer_Fasting_Benefits\" >Do Teas Offer Fasting Benefits?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Autophagy_Regulation\" >Autophagy Regulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Metabolism_Improvement\" >Metabolism Improvement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Gut_Dysbacteriosis_Prevention\" >Gut Dysbacteriosis Prevention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Heart_Health_Promotion\" >Heart Health Promotion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Reduced_Death_Risk\" >Reduced Death Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Improved_Bone_Strength\" >Improved Bone Strength<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Does_Tea_Boost_Intermittent_Fasting_Results\" >Does Tea Boost Intermittent Fasting Results?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#When_Should_You_Drink_Tea_During_Your_Fasting_Window\" >When Should You Drink Tea During Your Fasting Window?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#How_To_Use_Tea_To_Curb_Intermittent_Fasting_Side_Effects\" >How To Use Tea To Curb Intermittent Fasting Side Effects?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#What_can_you_drink_while_16_8_fasting\" >What can you drink while 16:8 fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#What_type_of_tea_is_best_for_fasting\" >What type of tea is best for fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Can_tea_with_lemon_or_milk_break_a_fast\" >Can tea with lemon or milk break a fast?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#Is_green_tea_ok_for_intermittent_fasting\" >Is green tea ok for intermittent fasting?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-tea\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like drinking tea (unsweetened) for pleasure, you\u2019ll be happy to hear that you can enjoy this beverage even during intermittent fasting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Fasting-women1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No fancy recipes are required; just your favorite cup, tea leaves, or tea bags.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But does intermittent fasting tea bring real effects to your body?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>This review will explore the answer to this question and many more:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What tea is best for intermittent fasting?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the best time to drink tea during your fasting journey?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it possible to curb side effects by drinking tea when you fast?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does tea break your fast (always a widely asked question)?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buckle up to discover the numerous benefits of fasting tea and how it can positively impact your life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71376\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7-1024x640.png\" alt=\"intermittent fasting tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-7.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Tea_Break_Your_Fast\"><\/span><strong>Does Tea Break Your Fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The short answer is no. However, remember that the best tea for intermittent fasting is one containing no sugar or milk additives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, when you examine the nutrition of unsweetened green tea, you\u2019ll notice that it has zero calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snapcalorie.com\/nutrition\/unsweetened_green_tea_nutrition.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It\u2019s crucial because calories overall break your fast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, if there are only a few of them, there won\u2019t be a significant impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, sugar, honey, and milk are common additives to tea that add enough calories to break a fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Other <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/liquids-to-drink-while-fasting\/\">liquids to drink while fasting<\/a> are:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Black unsweetened coffee<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with no milk or cream<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sparkling water<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (a jazzed-up version of the plain one). Additionally, many fans of sparkling water appreciate its bubbly taste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apple cider vinegar<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ACV): When diluted, it won\u2019t break your fast, and some believe it may aid weight loss, reduce blood sugar levels, and improve digestion (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8243436\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you add ACV to your water, ensure you use a straw to avoid tooth acidity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When it comes to weight loss, progress is made by inches, not miles, so it&#8217;s much harder to track and a lot easier to give up. The BetterMe: Health Coaching app is your personal trainer, nutritionist, and support system all in one. Start using our app to <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay on track <\/a>and hold yourself accountable!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Tea_Can_I_Drink_When_Intermittent_Fasting\"><\/span><strong>What Tea Can I Drink When Intermittent Fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, you no longer wonder, \u201cWhat can you drink while fasting 16\/8?\u201d or other fasting regimens. The best tea for fasting contains no sugar or other calorie-containing additives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most popular fasting tea options include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green tea fasting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chamomile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peppermint<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black tea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pu-erh<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Warning:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Watch out for commercialized teas, marketed as \u201cweight-loss teas\u201d. In most cases, they contain laxatives and diuretics.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health risks like diarrhea, nausea, constipation, dehydration, muscle cramps, and even dependency are not worth it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/319402#why-could-slimming-teas-be-bad-for-you\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Drinking \u201cweight loss teas\u201d while fasting may make dehydration and electrolyte imbalances even more likely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A simple rule of thumb:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Anything that promises you magically quick weight loss results is often a real scam that may lead to health consequences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/0-calorie-foods-for-fasting\/\">Zero-calorie drinks intermittent fasting<\/a>-friendly will benefit your well-being by keeping you hydrated and invigorated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beginner-fasting-schedule\/\">Which Beginners\u2019 Fasting Schedule Is Best for You?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Teas_Offer_Fasting_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Do Teas Offer Fasting Benefits?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do herbal teas offer fasting benefits?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A black, green, or herbal tea during fasting may offer benefits connected not only to weight loss but also to your general health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The primary perks that come with herbal tea consumption may be:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced death risk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autophagy regulation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart health promotion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metabolism Improvement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gut dysbacteriosis prevention<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of type 2 Diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved bone strength<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Autophagy_Regulation\"><\/span><strong>Autophagy Regulation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autophagy is the process by which cells recycle old and damaged cellular components. It gets rid of damaged and dysfunctional cell parts that slow cell function and performance and may even destroy pathogens in your cell (viruses and bacteria) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/24058-autophagy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Fasting is one potential way to induce autophagy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Researchers have also suggested that drinking herbal tea might regulate the autophagy process (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8308238\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71382\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2-1024x640.png\" alt=\"intermittent fasting tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-3-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Metabolism_Improvement\"><\/span><strong>Metabolism Improvement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a recent cohort study, green tea consumption with intermittent fasting may have positive effects on metabolism in people with metabolic disease (i.e., type 2 diabetes) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/372431090_Green_tea-dependent_benefit_of_intermittent_fasting_in_metabolic_disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If your metabolism improves, you may feel more energetic and lose weight because you can burn more calories at rest and during activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gut_Dysbacteriosis_Prevention\"><\/span><strong>Gut Dysbacteriosis Prevention<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study in mice provides preliminary evidence that pu-erh tea extract, combined with intermittent fasting, may positively impact gut health by enhancing the composition of gut microbes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1756464623000956\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Why is it important?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts have linked gut dysbiosis to many intestinal diseases:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammatory bowel disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritable bowel syndrome<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osmotic diarrhoea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorectal cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32277534\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pu-erh tea is a type of fermented black tea. Therefore, drinking this type of tea while intermittent fasting may be beneficial for gut health; however, we have limited evidence, and mice are not the same as humans, nor is a high dose of extract equivalent to drinking tea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, for most people, drinking pu-erh tea is not likely to cause harm, as long as it\u2019s in reasonable amounts and you aren\u2019t on any medications that might interact with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Heart_Health_Promotion\"><\/span><strong>Heart Health Promotion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2020 study highlights the potential benefits of drinking tea on your heart health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It found that frequent, habitual tea drinkers in China may be less likely to develop atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and die prematurely (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.sagepub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1177\/2047487319894685\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduced_Death_Risk\"><\/span><strong>Reduced Death Risk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another extensive 2022 cohort study found that individuals who drink 1-2 cups of tea daily have a reduced risk of death compared to those who do not drink tea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yet, researchers could not prove that the tea is the reason or if it\u2019s due to the overall lifestyle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acpjournals.org\/doi\/abs\/10.7326\/M22-0041?journalCode=aim\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No wonder; other factors also impact mortality levels, including certain negative habits, location, sedentary lifestyle, stress levels, food intake, and sleep quality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improved_Bone_Strength\"><\/span><strong>Improved Bone Strength<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some research suggests that habitual tea drinking may increase bone density in older adults. One study found that habitual tea drinkers who had consumed tea for more than 10 years had a higher average bone density compared to non-tea consumers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamainternalmedicine\/fullarticle\/211409\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n 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strategy, enjoying unsweetened tea will be a helpful addition to their routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many teas offer health benefits, including those that support your metabolism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A faster metabolism can also promote weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, no matter how well you consume tea and avoid food during fasting windows, reaching your results requires other paramount steps, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleeping enough (at least 7 hours)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating a balanced diet during the eating window<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have health check-ups to ensure you are not experiencing adverse effects or nutrient deficiencies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working out: walking, lifting weights, running, and anything else that keeps you moving<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing stress (or at least sustainably managing your stress relief)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-tea-intermittent-fasting\/\">green tea intermittent fasting<\/a>, black tea, or any other herbal tea you choose, it won\u2019t work out if you don\u2019t have a healthy lifestyle overall.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-foods-to-break-a-3-day-fast\/\">Best Foods to Break a 3-Day Fast: What to Eat to Break a Fast<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Should_You_Drink_Tea_During_Your_Fasting_Window\"><\/span><strong>When Should You Drink Tea During Your Fasting Window?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no rules to determine the best time to drink tea during fasting windows.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re feeling hungry or thirsty, having a cup of unsweetened tea is a good idea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It won\u2019t only satisfy your thirst but may slightly curb your appetite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideally, you should not overconsume tea, as water is your primary source of hydration anyway. Having 1-2 cups of tea during fasting is fine, especially when you choose tea with caffeine. Most of your liquid intake should be water, whether plain or sparkling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-71375\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/collage-5.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Tea_To_Curb_Intermittent_Fasting_Side_Effects\"><\/span><strong>How To Use Tea To Curb Intermittent Fasting Side Effects?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good way to mitigate the side effects of intermittent fasting is to jazz up your tea consumption. People may add lemon or try out different teas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid concentrating solely on green tea; consider other options, such as ginger, chamomile, or mint tea, for a more diverse approach.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any tea can contribute to hydration, which might help you curb the possible side effects from the fasting regimen, which include the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hunger<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizzinness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood swings (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9998115\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your tea preparation is merely a matter at this point.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. Start using our app and you will <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see good results in a short time.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can either:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchase tea in bags to brew in hot water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buy a pack of tea leaves to steep in boiling water and then strain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select tea strips that dissolve easily in hot water, leaving no waste.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other good tips for drinking tea to avoid fasting side effects:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink it plain, no sugar or honey, even without lemon, if you\u2019re doing a truly strict fast.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose high-quality leaf or bagged tea. Avoid any bottled version that contains sugars.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt for decaf tea if you\u2019re sensitive to caffeine.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-79368\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen-1720x1075.png 1720w, https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/kitchen.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_drink_while_16_8_fasting\"><\/span><strong>What can you drink while 16:8 fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/16-8-intermittent-fasting-7-day-meal-plan\/\">16:8 intermittent fasting<\/a>, the choice of your beverages will be the same as in other regimes. Primarily, people should consume water (plain or sparkling), unsweetened tea and coffee (without milk or cream), and diluted apple cider vinegar in water. All your drinks should be calorie-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_tea_is_best_for_fasting\"><\/span><strong>What type of tea is best for fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any type of tea without added sugar or milk is okay, but one of the most popular teas for fasting is green tea. This type of tea is ideal for your fasting journey, as it may help regulate your metabolism, which is crucial for burning calories during both rest and active states. That is why it\u2019s often suitable for any time-restricted eating plan (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/372431090_Green_tea-dependent_benefit_of_intermittent_fasting_in_metabolic_disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_tea_with_lemon_or_milk_break_a_fast\"><\/span><strong>Can tea with lemon or milk break a fast?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon unsweetened tea won\u2019t significantly affect your fast. A squeeze of lemon juice has a minimal number of calories (2-3 kcal). So, if you add a small wedge of lemon to your tea, you won\u2019t break your fast. Adding milk can break a fast because even a small splash of milk contains proteins, carbs, and calories. Adding sugar or honey will also break your fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_green_tea_ok_for_intermittent_fasting\"><\/span><strong>Is green tea ok for intermittent fasting?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, green tea with no sugar or milk is perfect for intermittent fasting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has zero calories, may support metabolic health, and may suppress appetite.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ergo, green tea can be a beneficial choice for any intermittent fasting plan.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1443&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Intermittent_Fasting_Tea\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Fasting-women.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have confirmed that intermittent fasting tea can indeed have positive effects on the body. Picking any unsweetened tea during fasting may be beneficial for your metabolism, energy, bone health, and heart health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for high-quality tea, ensuring it contains no additives (such as sugar) that would break your fast. Generally, tea is a safe, calorie-free beverage that most people can drink during any intermittent fasting regimen. If you have any health concerns or are taking medications, consult your doctor about the safety of fasting and potential interactions with your medications.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you like drinking tea (unsweetened) for pleasure, you\u2019ll be happy to hear that you can enjoy this beverage even during intermittent fasting.\u00a0 No fancy recipes are required; just your favorite cup, tea leaves, or tea bags.\u00a0 But does intermittent fasting tea bring real effects to your body?\u00a0 This review will explore the answer to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":79980,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[150],"tags":[],"coauthors":[45],"class_list":["post-79979","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fasting-diet"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Does Intermittent Fasting Tea Bring Real Effects To Your Body? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What is the ideal \u2605 INTERMITTENT FASTING TEA \u27a4? 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