Reheating Tea: Is Your Daily Brew a Hidden Danger? Experts Weigh In!

• A social media debate questions the safety of reheating milk and ginger tea, with a viral post claiming old tea is 'more dangerous than a snakebite'.
• Experts warn milk tea becomes risky if left in the 'danger zone' (40-140°F) for over 2-4 hours, fostering rapid bacterial growth.
• Repeatedly reheating milk tea can create harmful compounds (AGEs), leading to acidity, dehydration, poor iron absorption, and weight gain.
• Ginger tea without milk is safer; lasts 3-5 days refrigerated. Reheating is generally safe if thoroughly boiled, but discard if cloudy or foul-smelling.
• Ayurveda advises against leftover milk tea, stating it creates 'ama' (toxic elements), weakens digestion, and increases Pitta, recommending fresh tea daily.

Why It Matters: Avoid reheating milk tea due to bacterial risks and harmful compounds; fresh tea is always best for health.