Decaffeinated Green Tea
#369156 - 02/04/13 09:18 AM
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KarieB
Reged: 01/30/13
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I searched the discussion boards but couldn't find out whether or not decaffeinated green tea is considered "safe." I know coffee isn't either way. I'm having success getting used to the taste of fennel tea and bought chamomile tea but want something else (cold drink) in the afternoons...I'm not a fan of cranberry juice. Thanks.
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In this newsletter Heather says "Green teas, especially decaffeinated versions, are often much more tolerable."
I find I cannot drink decaf green tea at all. You may be okay with it. 
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I've never had a problem with it. In general, aside from the caffeine, all teas (black, white, green) and herbal teas are safe for IBS. If you're prone to heartburn/reflux, watch out for strong black teas as the tannins can cause problems.
Just about all herbal teas are digestive aids.
You can also brew teas together (like the decaf green tea with the fennel) to get the benefits of the herbal ones you don't care for the taste of. Lots of people don't care for fennel, but want the anti-bloating benefits, so they brew it with peppermint to kill the taste.
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I was wondering about that one. When I started this new job I was on the eve of an episode. I drank some Ceylon tea with honey, because I had a headache (Austin, Tx is know for it's crazy allergies)and it seemed to slow it down.
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