Black tea

[Queso]

Can someone please explain to me why when I drink black tea in the morning it makes me almost vomit after about 10 minutes of consumption?

[freeztar]

It's probably because of all the tannins in your empty stomach.

[Queso]

:)

[freeztar]

This site claims it is a sensitivity to caffiene that creates acid in your stomach:

FAQ About Tea

 

This site talks about blood pressure and black tea:

So, it was concluded that drinking black tea on an empty stomach may temporarily raise blood pressure. However, eating a meal with your tea seems to negate these effects.

 

This can be important news for those struggling with high blood pressure. While the raised blood pressure that was noted from drinking black tea alone appeared to be temporary, it still may be of concern for those who are already battling blood pressure problems. It may be wise to avoid black tea on an empty stomach.

Does Drinking Black Tea Increase Blood Pressure?

 

Of course there's always two sides to the story:

The best time to drink tea is on an empty stomach between meals. Antioxidants are best absorbed in the absence of food and tea can interfere with the absorption of some nutrients, particularly iron.

www.wholefoodsmarket.com/products/tea/index.html

 

And here's a discussion on it where someone mentions tannins, as I have:

Green tea makes me feel sick

[Queso]

thank you freezy