Are there any long-term side effects on the gastrointestinal system from drinking vine tea regularly?

Mar 17, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, long-term consumption of vine tea may have side effects on the gastrointestinal tract. As a traditional herbal beverage, vine tea contains various active ingredients such as tannic acid, tannins, caffeine, and volatile oils. These components may be beneficial to the human body when consumed in moderate amounts, but long-term and excessive intake may cause adverse effects on the gastrointestinal system.

Generally speaking, whether long-term consumption of vine tea has side effects on the gastrointestinal tract mainly depends on the amount consumed. If consumed in moderation, there are generally no side effects. However, if consumed in excess, side effects may occur. A detailed analysis is as follows:

Vine tea, as a traditional herbal beverage, contains various active ingredients such as tannic acid, tannins, caffeine, and volatile oils. Vine tea itself has the function of promoting digestion and regulating gastrointestinal activity. Drinking vine tea in moderate amounts usually does not cause significant side effects to the gastrointestinal tract. For example, the flavonoid components in vine tea can promote intestinal peristalsis and help improve indigestion. In addition, vine tea is cool in nature and may help clear heat and detoxify in individuals with a hot constitution or excessive stomach fire.

Excessive consumption of vine tea may irritate the gastrointestinal tract due to its caffeine and tannin content. When ingested in large quantities, these components may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal system, leading to discomfort such as stomach pain, bloating, and diarrhea. Long-term excessive consumption may also damage the function of the spleen and stomach, potentially causing conditions such as spleen and stomach deficiency cold. Therefore, excessive consumption of vine tea may cause side effects on the gastrointestinal tract.

It is advisable to consume vine tea in moderation, avoid long-term and excessive consumption, and adjust the amount consumed according to individual constitution and health status.