How does the Nutty Buddy cup system work. What makes it different from traditional athletic cups. Is it effective for lacrosse goalies and other athletes. Discover the innovative design and comfort features of the Nutty Buddy protective cup.
The Revolutionary Nutty Buddy Cup System
The Nutty Buddy cup system has gained significant attention in the world of sports protection, particularly among lacrosse goalies. This innovative protective gear offers a unique approach to safeguarding athletes’ most sensitive areas. Let’s delve into the details of this groundbreaking system and explore why it’s becoming a popular choice for athletes across various sports.
Components of the Nutty Buddy System
The Nutty Buddy system consists of three main components:
- NuttyBuddy classic cup
- NuttyBuddy compression shorts
- NuttyBuddy jock
Unlike traditional athletic cups, the Nutty Buddy system employs a “floating” design. The cup is worn between the compression shorts and the jock, allowing it to move with the body naturally. This design aims to provide superior protection while maintaining comfort during intense physical activity.
Proper Wearing Technique
To maximize the effectiveness of the Nutty Buddy system, it’s crucial to wear it correctly. The proper order is:
- Compression shorts
- Cup
- Jock on the outside
This arrangement allows the cup to “float” with the body’s movements, offering continuous protection without restriction. While it may feel unusual at first, many users report that they quickly adapt to the sensation and find it comfortable during extended wear.
Innovative Design Features of the Nutty Buddy Cup
The Nutty Buddy cup stands out from traditional athletic cups due to its unique design features. These innovations aim to provide superior protection and comfort for athletes in high-impact sports.
Anatomically Correct Shape
Unlike conventional flat or slightly curved cups, the Nutty Buddy is designed to match the natural contours of the male anatomy. This anatomically correct shape offers several benefits:
- Better fit and comfort
- Reduced chafing and irritation
- Improved protection by covering a larger area
Lower Tail Protection
The Nutty Buddy cup features an extended lower section, often referred to as the “tail.” This additional coverage helps protect the entire genital area, including the often-overlooked lower regions. For lacrosse goalies and other athletes who face high-speed projectiles, this extra protection can be crucial in preventing injuries.
Individual Testicle Accommodation
One of the most innovative aspects of the Nutty Buddy cup is its design that provides space for each testicle. This feature offers several advantages:
- Reduced compression and discomfort
- Better air circulation, reducing heat and moisture buildup
- Potentially lower risk of testicular torsion during impacts
Force Redistribution Technology
The Nutty Buddy cup employs a unique approach to handling impact forces. Instead of simply absorbing the shock, the cup is designed to redistribute the force into the surrounding pelvic bone structure. This innovative technique aims to disperse the energy outward, away from the sensitive genital area.
How Does Force Redistribution Work?
When an impact occurs, the cup’s shape and material properties work together to channel the force along specific pathways. These pathways direct the energy towards the stronger, bony areas of the pelvis, which are better equipped to handle the stress. This redirection of force helps minimize the potential for injury to the soft tissues of the groin area.
Benefits of Force Redistribution
- Reduced risk of direct trauma to the testicles
- Lower likelihood of internal injuries
- Potentially less pain and discomfort from impacts
Comfort and Practicality of the Nutty Buddy System
While protection is paramount, comfort and practicality are also crucial factors for any athletic equipment. The Nutty Buddy system addresses these aspects through several design features and considerations.
The “Floating” Design
The unique floating design of the Nutty Buddy cup offers several comfort benefits:
- Moves naturally with the body, reducing chafing and irritation
- Allows for a wider range of motion compared to traditional cups
- Adapts to different body positions without shifting out of place
Easy Removal for Bathroom Breaks
One practical advantage of the Nutty Buddy system is the ability to easily remove the cup without fully disrobing. This feature is particularly beneficial for athletes who need quick bathroom breaks before or during games. The floating design allows users to simply pull the cup out from between the compression shorts and jock, making pre-game routines more efficient.
Breathability and Moisture Management
The Nutty Buddy system’s design promotes better air circulation around the genital area. This increased ventilation can help reduce heat buildup and manage moisture more effectively than traditional cup systems. For athletes engaged in intense physical activity, this feature can contribute to overall comfort and potentially reduce the risk of skin irritation or infections.
Sizing and Fit Considerations for the Nutty Buddy System
Proper sizing is crucial for ensuring the Nutty Buddy system provides optimal protection and comfort. The manufacturer offers a range of sizes to accommodate different body types and preferences.
Cup Sizes
The Nutty Buddy cup comes in five different sizes, from smallest to largest:
- The Hammer
- The Boss
- The Hog
- The Trophy
- The Mongo
When selecting a cup size, it’s important to consider both physical measurements and personal comfort preferences. Some athletes may prefer a snugger fit, while others might opt for a slightly larger size for additional coverage.
Compression Shorts and Jock Sizing
The compression shorts and jock are typically sized based on waist measurements. It’s important to note that while the Nutty Buddy system includes proprietary compression shorts, many users find that other high-quality compression shorts can work well with the cup and jock.
When choosing sizes, consider the following guidelines:
- If you’re at the upper end of a size range, consider going up to the next size for a more comfortable fit
- Take into account personal preferences for tightness and compression
- Consider trying on different sizes if possible, as individual body shapes can affect fit
Performance and Protection in High-Impact Sports
For athletes in high-impact sports like lacrosse, hockey, or baseball, the level of protection offered by athletic cups is of utmost importance. The Nutty Buddy system has gained a reputation for providing excellent protection in these demanding environments.
Testimonials from Lacrosse Goalies
Many lacrosse goalies, who face some of the highest-velocity shots in sports, have reported positive experiences with the Nutty Buddy cup. Indoor lacrosse goalies, in particular, have expressed high levels of trust in the system’s protective capabilities. These athletes, who face a higher volume of shots than their outdoor counterparts, provide valuable insights into the cup’s performance under extreme conditions.
Impact Absorption and Distribution
While direct high-speed impacts to the groin area are relatively rare, even glancing blows can cause significant pain and potential injury. Users of the Nutty Buddy cup have reported that when impacts do occur, the system effectively absorbs and distributes the force. Many describe feeling pressure from the impact but experiencing little to no pain, suggesting that the cup’s design successfully mitigates the force of the blow.
Comparison to Traditional Cups
When compared to traditional athletic cups, the Nutty Buddy system appears to offer several advantages:
- Better coverage due to its anatomical design
- Improved force distribution, potentially reducing the risk of injury
- Greater comfort during extended wear and intense activity
- Less shifting or movement during play, ensuring consistent protection
Potential Drawbacks and Considerations
While the Nutty Buddy system has received largely positive reviews, it’s important to consider potential drawbacks and limitations when evaluating any protective gear.
Cost Considerations
The Nutty Buddy system, including the cup, compression shorts, and jock, is typically more expensive than traditional athletic cup setups. This higher cost may be a consideration for some athletes or teams, particularly at youth levels. However, many users argue that the improved protection and comfort justify the additional expense.
Adaptation Period
Some users report needing a brief period to adapt to the Nutty Buddy system’s unique design. The floating cup sensation and the different way it sits on the body may feel unusual at first. Most athletes find that they quickly become accustomed to the feel, but it’s worth considering this adjustment period when transitioning from traditional cups.
Compression Shorts Quality
While the Nutty Buddy cup itself has received high praise, some users have noted that the quality of the included compression shorts may not match that of other high-end athletic wear. Many athletes choose to use the Nutty Buddy cup with their preferred brand of compression shorts or specialized goalie pants for optimal comfort and performance.
Customization and Complementary Gear
The Nutty Buddy system’s versatility allows for customization and integration with other protective gear, particularly for lacrosse goalies and other athletes in high-impact positions.
Pairing with Goalie-Specific Gear
Many lacrosse goalies have found success pairing the Nutty Buddy cup with specialized goalie pants, such as the Warrior Burn goalie pants. These combinations can provide comprehensive protection for the lower body, addressing the unique needs of the position.
Additional Padding Options
For athletes seeking extra protection, there are opportunities to supplement the Nutty Buddy system with additional padding. Some options include:
- Padded compression shorts for thigh and hip protection
- Reinforced goalie pants with built-in padding
- Custom-fitted protective gear for specific sports or positions
By combining the Nutty Buddy cup with these complementary protective items, athletes can create a comprehensive protection system tailored to their specific needs and sport requirements.
Nutty Buddy Review – Lacrosse Goalie Cup
By Coach Damon
Awhile back I wrote a post outlining the different methods lacrosse goalies could protect their packages.
Missing from the post was one very popular method that I wasn’t familiar with.
But plenty of goalies and goalie parents left me the same type of comment.
All the comments said the same thing: What about the Nutty Buddy?
Finding the best cup for goalies has become somewhat of a passion project of mine so I had to see what the NuttyBuddy was all about.
After using it for an extended period, I’m happy to say the Nutty Buddy is a definite contender for protecting your livelihood.
The Nutty Buddy System
First things first, in their marketing video the owner and founder Mark Littell takes a 90mph straight to the junk from like 5 feet away!
With pure marketing gold like that, I knew I had to check this thing out.
I got the Package – which includes the NuttyBuddy classic cup, the NuttyBuddy compression shorts and the NuttyBuddy jock.
The NuttyBuddy system is unlike any I’ve tried before so I actually put it on wrong to start. It comes with a “How To Wear” guide which — had I read first — clearly explained how to wear it haha.
The correct method is compression shorts, then cup, then jock on outside.
Neither the compression shorts nor the jock have a pouch. The design is such that the cup “floats” with your body, protecting the boys.
It felt a bit odd at first but once you get used to it, its extremely comfortable to the point where you don’t even realize it’s there.
In the same manner that a skilled attackman gently cradles the lacrosse ball, so does the NuttyBuddy with our twig and berries.
For those worried that the float will result in an out of place cup, fear not! I wore it around the house for about an hour or so when I first got it never got out of place.
Even after sitting down a few times. Also in all my time on the lacrosse field, I never felt it come out of place.
The NuttyBuddy is revolutionary in it’s design. It’s anatomically correct, includes a lower tail for protection, and provides space for each testicle.
I’m no groinal engineer but the unique design of the NuttyBuddy cup supposedly redistributes the force into the pelvic bone. Dispursing the force outward instead of inwards towards the testies.
The design gives ample room for each individual boy to really explore the space:
Another added benefit of the floating system is you can easily pull the cup out without disrobing. Makes the pre-game bathroom trip a lot easier!
While the NuttyBuddy cup itself is revolutionary in design, I wouldn’t say there’s anything revolutionary about the compression shorts.
I have other compression shorts that I think are much better in quality. Plus if they’re really looking to capture the goalie market they could throw some extra padding into the shorts to help alleviate the bruises us goalies face.
As I mentioned the compression shorts don’t have a pouch, so you don’t necessarily need the Nutty Buddy compression shorts. Any pair will do. In fact, many goalies pair the Nutty Buddy with the Warrior Burn goalie pants:
The Nutty Buddy jock itself is of good quality and includes a sturdy 2″ waistband that gives it a good feel. Those grundle straps won’t be snapping on you like normal Bike jock straps.
Nutty Buddy Protection
So the real question is – does it adequately protect the boys?
Listen I’m not as a crazy as Mark to purposely let a 90mph hit me square in the boys so it took me awhile of play before I took one there.
What’s that classic lacrosse goalie saying – when you’re trying to get hit in the nuts, it never happens.
But finally after several practice sessions, I took one to the plums.
It was a glancing blow but I can confidently say it protected me very well. I felt a little pressure but no pain whatsoever.
I have heard from several indoor lacrosse goalies (who take way more shots than outdoor field goalies) that they trust the NuttyBuddy fully!
Any NuttyBuddy goalies taken a direct hit? Would love to hear your experience.
Leave me a comment down below.
Nutty Buddy Sizing
I’m 5’8″, 165lbs so I got the “Hog” for the cup and a medium in the shorts and the jock
NuttyBuddy actually makes two different styles of cup – the classic and the flex. For lacrosse goalies, you want the Classic.
When we’re talking about taking a shot to the groin, the word flex shouldn’t enter our vocabulary.
Here’s the sizing chart from their website:
The fit was pretty true.
I wear 31″ jeans and the medium (recommended for 31″ – 34″) fit me just fine.
My Dad wears 34″ jeans and it fit him a little snug. Yes, I had my Dad try on the NuttyBuddy. Groin protection is a family affair in the Wilson household it appears.
So if you’re at the top threshold maybe go the next size up.
The cup itself comes in 5 different sizes. From smallest to the largest – the Hammer, the Boss, the Hog, the Trophy, and the Mongo.
That’s pretty important because most other athletic cups for goalies are pretty much a one size fits all deal.
Maybe they have small and large but definitely not 5 unique sizes to perfectly protect the snow globes.
I got the “Hog” size and it fit well.
Nutty Buddy Pricing
At the time of this writing, the prices are as follows:
- NuttyBuddy Athletic Cup Classic: $29.99
- The NuttyBuddy Jock: $24.95
- NuttyBuddy Lock Core Compression Shorts: $69.95
You can purchase the NuttyBuddy on their site here.
You can save a little coin by buying the entire Package here for $154.88.
The cup and jock are required. The compression shorts can be optional.
So we’re talking $30 + $25 = $55 for great protection of the ham and eggs. Sounds like a deal to me!
NuttyBuddy Videos
Here’s the Sports Science video where owner Mark Littel takes a 90mph to the nards.
Here’s another –
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Conclusion
*30 for 30 voice* What if I told you this man just took a 90mph fastball to the chicken tenders from 5 feet away!?
The NuttyBuddy has won awards for its innovative design and that face says it all. If this entire article doesn’t convince you to give the NuttyBuddy a try, just look at that face!!!
Goalies who have used the NuttyBuddy refuse to step onto the field without and I understand why.
It’s comfortable and it protects! What else can we ask for?
You can get the NuttyBuddy on their site here.
Until next time! Coach Damon
Are you a NuttyBuddy user? What’s your experience been? Leave me a comment down below.
NuttyBuddy Ballistic Website
NuttyBuddy, Inc. warrants that the NuttyBuddy Ballistic Cup (the “Ballistic Cup”) complies with the National Institute for Justice (“NIJ”) Ballistic Resistance NIJ Standard 0101.06 (the “Standard”) for Threat Level IIIA (the “Threat Level”).
NuttyBuddy, Inc. further warrants the Ballistic Cups to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year. These are the sole and exclusive warranties on the Ballistic Cups. These express warranties shall be void in the event that the Ballistic Cup is subjected to misuse, abuse, neglect, unauthorized alteration, accident, improper storage or handling, unauthorized repair or service, or other damage. These express warranties shall be void in the event the Ballistic Cup is not used as directed and in accordance with all current warnings, safety updates, and instructions for the Ballistic Cup.
No wholesale or retail seller may enlarge or expand these sole and exclusive warranties. No representations, course of dealing, samples, trade usage, service, models, or otherwise shall enlarge these sole and exclusive warranties. No act, statement, or agreement by any dealer, employee, or agent of NuttyBuddy, Inc. shall expand, enlarge, or otherwise alter these sole and exclusive warranties, other than in writing by a duly authorized officer of NuttyBuddy, Inc.
NUTTYBUDDY, INC. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE BALLISTIC CUPS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
If a defect is discovered, then the buyer shall return the Ballistic Cup (at buyer’s expense) to NuttyBuddy, Inc. within 10 days, with proof of purchase and a statement explaining the claimed defect in the Ballistic Cup. NuttyBuddy, Inc., in its sole discretion and as the exclusive remedy for any breach of any warranty, agrees to replace, repair, or issue a prorated purchase price credit for the defective Ballistic Cup.
IN NO EVENT SHALL NUTTYBUDDY, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF TIME, OR ANY OTHER LOSSSE OR EXPENSES THAT ARISE FROM ANY CAUSE RELATING TO THE BALLISTIC CUPS, HOWEVER INITIATED AND WHEREVER FILED, WHETHER IN TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE, AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER NUTTYBUDDY INC.
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY CONTRARY PROVISION, IN NO EVENT SHALL NuttyBuddy, INC.’S TOTAL LIABILITY (INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY OF ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS) EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE BALLISTIC CUP GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIMED LIABILITY.
Each of the above limitations on warranties and remedies may be reduced by the law of some states. In those states, the above limitations on warranties and remedies are deemed modified only to the extent required by state law.
WARNINGS:
Ballistic Cups provide protection against the specified threats when properly sized and worn as directed. Failure to use the proper size Ballistic Cup, to wear the Ballistic Cup as directed, or to adhere to the warnings and precautions provided by NuttyBuddy, Inc. may lead to serious injury or death.
Do not intentionally get shot or otherwise struck by a projectile or otherwise while wearing the Ballistic Cup. GETTING SHOT ALWAYS CARRIES THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Law enforcement and military activities are inherently and unavoidably dangerous activities. The Ballistic Cups cannot provide protection from all potential threats faced in the line of duty. The Ballistic Cups are intended to provide a measure of protection for the wearer’s groin area as a last resort to reduce the risks associated with exposure to the threats identified in the Standard and the Threat Level.
Always wear the Ballistic Cup in the proper position with the long “tail” between the legs. Failure to wear the Ballistic Cup as directed may lead to serious injury or death.
Always choose the correct size Ballistic Cup for maximum protection. Inspect the Ballistic Cup for wear and damage prior to each use, and replace a worn or damaged Ballistic Cup immediately.
Do not use Ballistic Cups that have already been struck by a projectile, dropped, hit, chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged, because any such damage reduces the effectiveness of the Ballistic Cup, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Do not expose the Ballistic Cups to excessive heat, excessive cold, direct sunlight, or store it in an uncontrolled environment such a vehicle, because any such exposure may reduce the effectiveness of the Ballistic Cups, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Do not soak, submerge, wash, spray, or dry clean the Ballistic Cup. Do not expose the Ballistic Cups to bleach, detergents, or other cleaning solvents, because any such exposure may reduce the effectiveness of the Ballistic Cups, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
The Ballistic Cup provides only limited protection against fragmenting munitions, and no protection against sharp-edged or pointed objects.
The Ballistic Cup is not “BULLET PROOF” even for those threats addressed by the Standard and the Threat Level. Stopping such projectiles will nearly always result in some form of injury to the body, including bruising, bleeding, internal injury, broken bones, or death.
The Ballistic Cup does not provide any protection for any area of the wearer’s body not covered by the Ballistic Cup.
How to describe a cup correctly? | article on CAFETO.RU
Working with coffee involves constant control of the brewed drink. While tasting, the barista determines what could be changed in the recipe to improve the taste of the cup. Such work develops the taste experience and makes the person behind the bar a real coffee taster. But sometimes assessing the taste of coffee is confusing and confusing, so it is worth doing it in stages and with concentration.
Briefly, there are five parameters that must be described in each cup:
1) aroma;
2) balance;
3) body;
4) texture;
5) bouquet.
Let’s get acquainted with each of them separately.
The aroma of the drink is the first impression you get from the cup. It can be sweet or sour, bulky or muted, fruity or nutty. All these are completely different characteristics, but all of them will somehow tell about the progress of the extraction and set you up for the first sip.
Balance is a collective characteristic that comes down to describing the four basic tastes: acidity, sweetness, bitterness and salinity. In general, it is generally accepted that there are five tastes – there is also the so-called umami. But industry professionals agree that there is no umami taste in coffee, so baristas describe only the aforementioned four.
You need to do this by levels (low, medium or high) and gradually. Take a sip and focus on the sensations. Most likely, the first thing you will feel is acidity, which in a few seconds will turn into bitterness. You need to understand how intense these tastes are in general and relative to each other? How long are they? Is there a smooth transition between them? What remains on the aftertaste? If it seems to you that the cup has high acidity, try to understand if it is positive (reminiscent of citruses, fruits) or negative (more like ascorbic acid)? Does it reach the aftertaste? If there are notes of bitterness left from the coffee at the end, then the acidity is probably not as high as it seems.
And then you should pay attention to the bitterness: whether it resembles a tablet or more like sensations, like after a piece of dark chocolate.
Sweetness and sunshine work to the advantage. If salt is felt in the cup, then there will definitely not be sweetness in it – the sugars have not yet been extracted into the drink. Such a cup will also sound very acidic. If there is no salt, but you don’t feel sweetness either, then there are not enough sugars in the cup. A sweet cup will give the sensation of sugar on the tongue almost from the beginning of the sip until the very aftertaste.
The body is the tactile sensation of the drink in the mouth. In simple words, how dense, thick, viscous it is, or vice versa – watery, light. To describe the body, the words “light”, “medium”, “dense” or more specific are used: watery, tea, compote, syrupy, etc. To assess the body correctly, taste uncut drinks – milk, tea, cream, compote. Remember these tactile sensations and apply them behind the bar.
The texture of a drink is a similar characteristic that describes the sensation of roughness or smoothness of the drink on the tongue. For example, if during and after a sip you feel astringent, scraping, rough qualities, call this texture velvety, rough. If you do not notice this, then the drink can be described as rounded, smooth, clean.
The last thing the barista describes is the bouquet of the cup. These are the so-called descriptors or flavor notes that can be caught in the drink. For convenience, you can use a universal tool – the wheel of coffee flavors. It has collected the most common flavors that professionals have ever observed in brewed coffee. At first, it will be difficult for you to find notes of papaya and jasmine in a cup, but with experience it will become easier.
After such a detailed and careful description of the brewed coffee, you will definitely know the specific parameter that does not suit you. You need to fight with him when setting up a drink.
By the way, we wrote about this earlier in the article “How to brew delicious espresso?” 🙂
A cup of tea with a sandwich. Is it possible to combine invigorating drinks with food | Nutrition and diet | kitchen0002 Estimated reading time: 3 minutes
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A cup of tea during lunch, a snack with sandwiches or sandwiches for a cup of coffee, the same coffee at breakfast is a common thing, but is it healthy? Is it possible to drink hot invigorating drinks with food, how do they affect digestion, the absorption of vitamins and minerals? We deal with a gastroenterologist.
Digestion
Many people think that food should not be washed down at all, and even more so it is harmful to drink it with hot drinks such as tea or coffee – supposedly this will negatively affect the digestive system. “It’s not like that,” says Rustem Sadykov, PhD, nutritionist, gastroenterologist, clinical pharmacologist .
– Drinking tea or coffee with meals does not significantly affect digestion and does not reduce the activity of the digestive system. Studies show that the impact of these drinks on digestion is minimal, and the natural processes of digestion in the body are hardly affected.
However, the combination of a lot of drinks and food is not a very healthy story. The main problem is the dilution of saliva. “Food should be fermented by saliva in the mouth during chewing (it is not for nothing that it is recommended to chew food thoroughly,” Sadykov clarifies. “If we drink every bite, tossing food and drinks in our mouths, saliva doesn’t process the food bolus well enough.”
Hot plus hot
There are concerns about the temperature of drinks: is it possible to drink hot tea with hot scrambled eggs, for example. “There is no scientific evidence indicating any harm from combining tea or coffee with hot or cold food,” the gastroenterologist reassures. – The temperature of the drink does not interfere with the digestion process.
However, it is important to note that excessively hot or cold drinks can cause discomfort or interfere with the enjoyment of food, as well as damage the mucous membranes.
Therefore, it is better to avoid too hot drinks, however, as well as scalding dishes. Contrasting combinations of a hot drink and cold food, such as ice cream, are also not useful. Such a temperature difference can adversely affect tooth enamel, microcracks can form in it.
Vitamins and minerals
Finally, the most important question: can tea or coffee interfere with the absorption of beneficial substances found in food? And here the answer is positive. Is it possible. For example, tea contains tannins, compounds that can bind to iron and reduce its absorption by the body. “Therefore, drinking tea with iron-rich foods, such as spinach or red meat, may interfere with iron absorption,” Sadykov warns.
For dessert
Most often we drink tea or coffee with desserts. This is already a kind of ritual – to complete the meal with tea.
The expert believes that this combination is not associated with inherent risks to digestion. “But it is important to remember the sugar content in both the drink and the dessert,” Sadykov recalls. Excessive intake of added sugars can contribute to a variety of health problems, including weight gain and an increased risk of chronic disease. Choosing unsweetened or minimally sweetened teas or coffees and healthier desserts can help alleviate these concerns.” And it is also very important: sweets, dishes containing a large amount of simple carbohydrates, should be consumed only after a full meal.
One should not forget about the individual reaction of the body to foods, drinks and their combinations. You need to constantly listen to the body’s reaction to everything you eat and drink. Even if these combinations are quite familiar to you, you can simply ignore the discomfort that occurs after eating. “If this happens, if you observe side effects from combining tea or coffee with food, then, of course, you need to adjust your diet,” the gastroenterologist concludes.
