Nauseous but Still Drinking Olive Oil and Lemon Juice Every Morning: What Do Doctors Say About the Viral Trend?

A viral social media trend encourages people to drink a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice every morning, despite its notoriously unpleasant taste. Videos documenting this challenge have garnered millions of views online, with participants, including influencers and celebrities both internationally and in Vietnam, sharing their experiences. Some claim to feel positive health changes, even after just a month. However, medical professionals urge caution. Dr. Tran Ngoc Luu Phuong, a gastroenterologist, noted that while olive oil and lemon juice are common foods, individual tolerance varies. Some may experience nausea or discomfort, and forcing oneself to drink the mixture is unnecessary, especially if it causes adverse reactions. He emphasized that the purported benefits for skin, weight loss, or detoxification lack convincing scientific backing. Dr. Chau Thi Anh, a nutritionist, echoed these concerns, stating there is no scientific evidence that combining olive oil and lemon juice in the morning offers health advantages beyond the individual properties of each ingredient. She warned that symptoms like nausea, stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, or heartburn indicate poor tolerance, not detoxification. The notion that initial discomfort signifies adaptation is not strongly supported in this context, and persistent symptoms warrant medical evaluation, particularly for individuals with pre-existing digestive conditions.

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Drinking it is possible, but hoping for benefits like beautiful skin, weight loss, or improved digestion... I don't see convincing evidence. If you feel uncomfortable or nauseous, you should stop; there's no reason to force yourself at all costs.