While consuming a nutritious breakfast with your morning cup of coffee is important, experts recommend steering clear of a few foods to prevent digestive side effects or nutrient absorption issues. Citrus fruits and fermented foods are some foods to avoid when drinking coffee.

1. Citrus Fruits

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Coffee and citrus fruits are acidic, so pairing the two could lead to uncomfortable digestive symptoms. This may be particularly true for people who have gastroesophageal reflux disease (or GERD), which triggers symptoms like:

Acid reflux

Nausea

Heartburn

Indigestion

When acidic foods like coffee and citrus are combined, it could further exacerbate any stomach irritation.

2. Fried Foods

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Nutrition experts have establish

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