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Black coffee or tea before breakfast
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Black coffee or tea is acceptable during the morning fasting window to delay breakfast, but reduce or stop if it causes acid reflux or heartburn.
“if you have acid reflux, heartburn… then that may not be the best thing for your gut
ZS▶ 42:16DosageBlack coffee or tea allowed outside eating window; avoid excessive amounts (e.g., a liter) on empty stomachCaveatsLarge amounts on empty stomach can trigger acid reflux or heartburn in some peopleCertaintyhedgedmild caution