The Guardian - Life & Style • Feb. 2, 2026, 8:15 a.m.

Caffeine can improve the digestive system and lead to better gut health, but try to avoid it after noon or if you have irritable bowels Is sipping a coffee after a heavy meal actually good for helping you digest it? “For some people, absolutely,” says Dr Emily Leeming, a dietitian at King’s College London.

“But it’s not always a good idea.” Caffeine stimulates the gut, increasing muscle contractions, she says, which for many people helps food move through the digestive system “at a nice pace” before being excreted. Continue reading...

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