Tag: Tea during fast

While it may seem harmless, consuming tea while fasting can sometimes break a fast, depending on the specific method you are following. The phrase 'you can't drink tea when fasting' is often misunderstood and requires clarification regarding the type of fast and the tea's preparation.

Religious fasting practices, known as vrat or upvas, vary widely within Hinduism, with some fasts permitting liquids like fruit juice or milk while others, like Nirjala Ekadashi, forbid even water. This variety of observances raises a common question for many devotees: Can you have tea during vrat, and if so, what kind?

Over 50% of Hindu devotees fast during Navratri, prompting questions about permitted foods and drinks. Generally, lemon tea is acceptable during the Navratri fast, provided it is prepared with fasting-safe ingredients like rock salt (sendha namak) and without regular sugar or milk.

According to most medical experts, beverages other than plain water can interfere with fasting blood test results. This is why you should not drink green tea while fasting for a blood test, even if it is unsweetened.