Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 10 months ago

How much acidity is in coffee?

I love my morning coffee, but lately, I've been having some acidity issues. My neighbour told me that coffee is very acidic. I want to know how much acidity is actually in it.

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Meera Iyer Meera Iyer Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago
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Coffee has a pH of around 5, which is moderately acidic. Since managing my thyroid issues, I have noticed that drinking too much coffee on an empty stomach really messes with my digestion and medication absorption. I highly suggest getting regular blood tests and talking to your doctor if you experience persistent gut issues.

Rohan Dev Rohan Dev Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Coffee is somewhat acidic, with a pH of about 5, which can sometimes cause mild reflux. To counter this, I usually go for a brisk 15-minute walk after my morning cup to help with digestion, provided my doctor allows moderate physical activity. It is a great way to keep your metabolism active!

Suresh Kapur Suresh Kapur Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Coffee falls around 5 on the pH scale, making it moderately acidic. As someone managing diabetes, I have to be extremely careful about what I add to my coffee, avoiding sugary syrups or heavy creamers which can spike my glucose. Speak to a dietitian or doctor to see how coffee fits into your specific health plan.

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Aditya Patil Aditya Patil Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yaar, actually coffee has a pH of about 5, which is why it can cause serious heartburn if you drink it first thing in the morning. I had to switch to cold brew because it is much less acidic and smoother on the stomach. If your acidity is really bad, better to check with a doc, dude.

Nisha Shah Nisha Shah Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Most black coffee has a pH of 5, which is quite acidic and can irritate a sensitive stomach lining. I always recommend choosing dark roast coffee as it contains fewer acids, or opting for herbal teas like chamomile to give your digestive system a break. Always listen to your body and consult a doctor for chronic acidity.

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