Long-term side effects of drinking barley tea
Disease description:
I'm in good health recently and have been trying to lose weight. People say that drinking barley tea can help with weight loss. I'm curious—what are the side effects of drinking barley tea long-term?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Barley tea, rich in various nutrients such as dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. However, barley tea contains caffeine, and although the content is relatively low, long-term and excessive consumption may still cause symptoms such as increased heart rate, insomnia, and anxiety in individuals who are sensitive to caffeine.
The diuretic effect of barley tea may lead to electrolyte imbalance in the body, especially loss of potassium, which becomes more pronounced with excessive consumption. Potassium is an important electrolyte for maintaining heart function, muscle activity, and nerve conduction, and its deficiency may cause arrhythmia, muscle weakness, and other symptoms.
Barley tea can promote gastrointestinal motility, but excessive consumption may cause discomfort such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, or constipation. In addition, barley tea has a blood sugar-regulating effect, and individuals with low blood sugar levels may experience further decreases in blood sugar if they consume it regularly over a long period.
It is recommended to consume barley tea in moderation.
