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Can green tea act as a laxative? Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab explains how it affects bowel movements and Updated on: Aug 26, 2026, 19:35:38 IST By Eshana Saha Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Read more to find out about the benefits of drinking green tea
Gastroenterologist explains how green tea affects bowel movements
Can green tea act as a laxative? Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab explains how it affects bowel movements and
Can green tea act as a laxative? Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab explains how it affects bowel movements and
Updated on: Aug 26, 2026, 19:35:38 IST By Eshana Saha Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link Read more to find out about the benefits of drinking green tea. (Unsplash)Some people get the urge to rush to the loo after drinking green tea. Dr Salhab explains the physiological mechanism behind this occurrence.
Ever taken a few sips of your morning green tea and suddenly felt the urge to run to the loo? If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. For some people, a morning cup of green tea seems to get digestion moving almost immediately, leading many to wonder whether it works like a natural laxative. But the answer is a little more complex, and the effect has less to do with the tea itself than with how it interacts with your digestive system. Also Read | Still using plastic containers for leftovers? Gastroenterologist shares 6 health purchases that are ‘worth every penny’ Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional health, is breaking down whether green tea can act as a laxative and stimulate bowel movements. In an Instagram video shared on August 21, the gastroenterologist highlights, “I recently saw someone say they started drinking green tea and suddenly became much more regular. That actually makes sense. But green tea may be doing more than helping you poop.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Joseph Salhab (@thestomachdoc)Is green tea a laxative?
For many people, drinking green tea can stimulate bowel activity, sometimes prompting an urgent trip to the loo. However, Dr Salhab points out that its effects go beyond simply stimulating bowel movements, and the way it influences gut activity is a little more nuanced. He explains, “Green tea isn’t necessarily a laxative. The combination of a warm drink and caffeine can stimulate the gastrocolic reflex, which tells your colon to contract and can trigger a bowel movement. For some people, that morning cup of green tea may be enough to get things moving.”Benefits of green tea
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects
Green tea is rich in polyphenols, powerful compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can support overall health. Dr Salhab explains, “Green tea is loaded with polyphenols and catechins like EGCG, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Studies suggest regular green tea consumption may modestly improve blood pressure, LDL cholesterol, heart health, attention, memory, and brain function.”Improved gut microbiome
One of the unexpected benefits of consuming green tea regularly can be an improved gut microbiome. The gastroenterologist elaborates, “It may even affect your gut microbiome pretty quickly. In one small human study, just 10 days of drinking green tea was associated with a tendency toward increased Bifidobacterium, one of the beneficial groups of gut bacteria.”Liver health
Green tea has also been studied for its potential benefits in people with fatty liver disease, with some clinical trials suggesting that it may support improvements in liver health. Dr Salhab points out, “Some clinical trials have found improvements in liver enzymes and metabolic markers in people with fatty liver, although the research on actually preventing fatty liver is still mixed.” The gastroenterologist concludes, “So whether you’re drinking green tea for constipation, bowel regularity, gut health, heart health, brain health, blood pressure, antioxidants, your gut microbiome, or liver health, it’s one of those simple drinks with a surprising amount of research behind it.” Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. It is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them. Dr Joseph Salhab is a gastroenterologist providing services in central Florida. He received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton Campus, and has been in practice for over a decade. He has expertise in treating gastroenteritis and upper GI endoscopy, among other conditions. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Eshana Saha Eshana Saha is a fresh face in lifestyle and cultural journalism, bringing a refined, multidisciplinary perspective to the intersection of entertainment, fashion and holistic wellbeing. With less than a year of professional experience, she has quickly adapted to high-pressure editorial environments and currently works full-time with HT Media. Prior to this, she interned for nearly six months with Hindustan Times’ entertainment and lifestyle vertical, where she gained hands-on experience in digital reporting, trend analysis and editorial storytelling. Based in New Delhi, Eshana specialises in comprehensive coverage of major cultural moments — from international film press tours to the curated aesthetics of global fashion showcases, award shows and music-centred events. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from St Xavier’s University, Kolkata, and a Master’s degree in English from the University of Delhi, equipping her with a strong academic foundation and a keen ability to deconstruct complex cultural trends into clear, high-impact narratives. Beyond the red carpet, Eshana has developed a growing focus on health and wellbeing reporting. She bridges the gap between celebrity-driven trends and practical, evidence-informed lifestyle advice, ensuring her work remains both aspirational and grounded in editorial rigour. She has extensively covered the health implications of Delhi’s air pollution crisis, while also playing a key role in amplifying expert-led insights on women’s health and mental wellbeing, helping translate complex medical perspectives into informed, impactful public awareness. An artist at heart, she explores multiple creative forms — from visual arts and music to culinary experiments — and brings a creative’s eye for nuance, texture and detail to every story. Whether analysing runway dynamics or examining emerging wellness movements, she remains committed to accuracy and the highest standards of contemporary journalistic ethics.Read More Green Tea Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crick-it, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Quizzes, Polls & much more. Explore now!.Catch your daily dose of Fashion, Taylor Swift, Health, Festivals, Travel, Relationship, Recipe and all the other Latest Lifestyle News on Hindustan Times Website and APPs. Home/Lifestyle/Health/Can Green Tea Act As A Laxative? Gastroenterologist Dr Joseph Salhab Explains How It Affects Bowel Movements And See Less
Ever taken a few sips of your morning green tea and suddenly felt the urge to run to the loo? If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. For some people, a morning cup of green tea seems to get digestion moving almost immediately, leading many to wonder whether it works like a natural laxative. But the answer is a little more complex, and the effect has less to do with the tea itself than with how it interacts with your digestive system.
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Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator who specialises in digestive, liver, pancreatic, and nutritional health, is breaking down whether green tea can act as a laxative and stimulate bowel movements. In an Instagram video shared on August 21, the gastroenterologist highlights, “I recently saw someone say they started drinking green tea and suddenly became much more regular. That actually makes sense. But green tea may be doing more than helping you poop.”
He explains, “Green tea isn’t necessarily a laxative. The combination of a warm drink and caffeine can stimulate the gastrocolic reflex, which tells your colon to contract and can trigger a bowel movement. For some people, that morning cup of green tea may be enough to get things moving.”
The gastroenterologist concludes, “So whether you’re drinking green tea for constipation, bowel regularity, gut health, heart health, brain health, blood pressure, antioxidants, your gut microbiome, or liver health, it’s one of those simple drinks with a surprising amount of research behind it.”
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. It is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.
Dr Joseph Salhab is a gastroenterologist providing services in central Florida. He received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton Campus, and has been in practice for over a decade. He has expertise in treating gastroenteritis and upper GI endoscopy, among other conditions.
Source: HindustanTimes
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