Coffee irritating your stomach?

It’s likely that you’re drinking your coffee too quickly.

Here, why drinking coffee fast can hurt your gut.

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And sometimes, that java doesnt really sit well with our digestion.

How does drinking coffee quickly impact digestion?

According to Pasquariello, the volume of the liquid you ingest can definitely disrupt the normal digestive process.

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Brooklyn–based registered dietitian

On the flip side, a rapid chug and/or large gulps can hinder business as usual.

By holding your beverage in your mouth for a little longer before swallowingi.e.

Aerophagia can have uncomfortable GI symptoms like bloating, gas, nausea, burping, or pain.

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It can also make you feel a bit breathless, says Pasquariello.

Can drinking coffee more slowly reduce digestive upset?

Simply put: Yes.

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Such symptoms include types of digestive discomfort but also jitters and an elevated heart rate.

However, she does have a window in mind that may be beneficial in a few ways.

Adding a splash of creamer or additional hot water to your coffee can reduce its acidity, Pasquariello says.

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Brooklyn–based registered dietitian

Apinch of baking soda, it turns out, can also do the trick.

Again, just remember to savor your coffee of choice, sipping slowly when possible.

After all,caffeine and sleep arent an ideal matchand consistent,restful sleep supports healthy digestion.

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