What Are The Health Risks Of Eating Biscuits With Tea?

By Yashika Goel
04 Jun 2025, 17:00 IST

Sipping piping hot tea and dunking a biscuit or two into your drink is loved by people of all ages. But do you know the beloved tea and biscuit combination could be harmful to your health? Tap to read!

Blood sugar spike

Biscuits are filled with refined sugar, and dipping them in tea made with sugar can lead to sudden blood sugar spikes and the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Acidity and digestive issues

Eating biscuits with tea everyday can cause acid reflux, gas, bloating and constipation. It also causes indigestion and loss of appetite.

Harmful for heart health

If biscuits are consumed in higher quantities with tea on a regular basis, it can lead to high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.

Risk of obesity

Biscuits may look light, but they are full of trans fat, refined flour, and sugar. They have no nutritional content and represent empty calories, which can lead to weight gain.

Dental problems

Eating sugary biscuits with tea daily can lead to cavities, plague-buildup and an increased risk of tooth decay.

High calorie intake

Both tea and biscuits contain a high amount of sugar and unhealthy fats. It can lead to rapid weight gain.

Information Credits

This information is taken from the ScienceDirect website. However, it is always advisable to consult a healthcare professional for expert advice.