Is having diarrhea after drinking herbal tea a sign of detoxification?

In general, experiencing diarrhea after drinking cold tea is not a sign of detoxification. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Cold tea is a beverage brewed from traditional Chinese medicinal herbs and typically has effects such as clearing heat, detoxifying, relieving dryness, and removing dampness. It is generally considered to have a cold or cooling nature. This cooling property may irritate the gastrointestinal tract, potentially causing gastrointestinal dysfunction and symptoms such as diarrhea. Such diarrhea is an adverse reaction caused by irritation to the digestive system, rather than a detoxification process. Detoxification refers to the body's natural elimination of harmful substances that cannot be removed through normal metabolism, without compromising health. In contrast, diarrhea often negatively affects health—for example, by causing dehydration and electrolyte imbalances—and therefore should not be regarded as detoxification.

In daily life, maintaining healthy eating habits and lifestyle practices, drinking adequate water, and consuming plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits can help support intestinal health and promote natural detoxification.