BLACK TEA GOOD AND BAD EFFECT ON THE BODY ..
Negative Effects on the Body Reduced Iron Absorption: Tannins in tea can bind to plant-based iron, making it harder for your body to absorb. Avoid drinking strong tea with iron-rich meals if you have low iron. Digestive Issues: Drinking concentrated tea on an empty stomach can trigger nausea or acid reflux due to tannins and caffeine. Sleep Disturbances: Excessive intake, especially later in the day, can cause insomnia or interfere with deep sleep. Staining: Dark teas like black or oolong can discolor teeth over time with heavy daily consumption. Potential Risks & Side Effects While highly beneficial, excessive consumption (especially exceeding 4 to 6 cups daily) or drinking tea improperly can trigger adverse bodily responses: Reduced Iron Absorption: Tannins bind heavily to plant-based iron, blocking your gut from absorbing it. Stomach Discomfort: Tannins consumed on an...
HUMMUS INGREDIENTS:
ReplyDelete►5 -6 Tbsp lemon juice, or to taste (from 2 lemons)
►2 large garlic cloves, minced or grated
►1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
►3 cups cooked chickpeas (or two 15 oz cans), reserve 2 Tbsp for garnish
►6-8 Tbsp ice water (or to desired consistency)
►2/3 cup tahini
►1/2 tsp ground cumin
►1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more to drizzle
►1 Tbsp Parsley, finely chopped, to serve
►Ground paprika, to serve