Earl Grey excess brews trouble: Tea-rrible symptoms warned

Experts have warned against the excessive consumption of Earl Grey tea, as it may lead to symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, and muscle spasms. This popular beverage is enjoyed by people of all ages for its fragrant aroma and delightful taste, often consumed with afternoon snacks or as a morning refreshment. Among the various types of tea available, Earl Grey remains one of the most favoured.

Earl Grey tea was created as a special gift for Charles Grey, the 2nd Earl Grey, an English politician and statesman from the Whig Party who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1830 to 1834.

However, caution is advised. According to Quite Interesting, associated with the BBC’s QI programme, drinking more than 16 cups (4 litres) of Earl Grey tea a day can cause muscle cramps and blurred vision. This condition is referred to as Earl Grey intoxication.

WebMD explains that this intoxication likely stems from bergamot oil in Earl Grey tea, which interferes with potassium channels and causes the body’s cells to overreact to stimuli. This overreaction results in muscle spasms and cramps. Additionally, the tea contains significant amounts of caffeine, which can lead to anxiety, insomnia, and increased depression.

Following the release of this information, netizens humorously commented that such an incident could only happen in the United Kingdom.

“Thank goodness I only drink 15 cups.”

“I’m a tea fanatic and drink a lot on hangover days, but 16 cups is just madness.”

“This is a good reminder that the true meaning of ‘intoxication’ doesn’t just mean ‘drunk’ but rather ‘you’ve introduced a toxin into your body,’ so it’s important to be aware and not overconsume.”

American doctors have recommended three types of beverages that are beneficial for the liver and digestive system, all of which are available in Thailand.

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