The morning drink doctors recommend

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Before reaching for coffee, many gastroenterologists recommend starting the morning with a glass of water. After hours of sleep, the body is naturally dehydrated, and water helps wake up the digestive system, support regular bowel movements, and prepare the stomach for food and caffeine. While coffee can still be part of a healthy routine, beginning the day with water is a simple habit that supports better gut health.

Source

Pérez-Burillo S, Navajas-Porras B, López-Maldonado A, Hinojosa-Nogueira D, Pastoriza S, Rufián-Henares JÁ. Green Tea and Its Relation to Human Gut Microbiome. Molecules. 2021;26(13):3907. doi:10.3390/molecules26133907

Additional Reading

https://www.eatingwell.com/first-thing-gastroenterologists-drink-in-the-morning-11862391

https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/gut-health-drink-expert-tip-rcna256347

https://parade.com/health/best-morning-habit-for-bloating-according-to-gastroenterologists