I'm done my homework and it seems fine to have decaff, herbal teas while on Atkins, both Induction and Maintenance... however, I'm looking for personal experiences with them. I have a really hard time while on LC'ing with diahhrea... I'm just starting to get in under control after three weeks. I'm afraid the herbal teas will act as a laxative.

Anyone???

Thanks,
Karla

Hi Karla,

Sorry about your troubles so far. I've never heard of herbal teas having a laxative effect. I drink them occasionally.

Did you, by some chance, go 'cold turkey' on caffeine? My aunt is a caffeine addict, and when she doesn't get her fix, she gets diarrhea.

Be sure you watch out for any teas with Senna. That is an herbal (and very powerful) laxative.

I did go 'cold turkey' on the caffeine. Maybe that is it? But I don't think there is any senna in the tea. The only brand I've used is Celestrial Seasonings and I don't recall that being in any of their products.

It may just be me... I have a lot of trouble in this area.

I've e-mailed the company to ask if any of their teas have a laxative effect. I hope they will respond soon!

Regards,

Karla

That's the brand I use..and I love them. Chamomile is my fav.

Sorry to hear of your tummy problems. I had a rough go too...but as it turned out I was taking too much vitamin C.
I hope all goes well with you.

cin

and so far so good! I love the Lemon Zinger! And the Berry Zinger (I think that's what it's called)-it reminds me of warm jello before you pour it into the mold!