Why Drinking Too Much Tea or Coffee in Winter Can Worsen Joint Pain: AIIMS Doctor Explains
Kazi Nasir | Dec 05, 2025, 07:00 IST
Joint Pain In Winter
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This article explores the surprising connection between increased tea and coffee consumption during winter and worsening joint pain. Featuring insights from Dr. Dushyant Chouhan, Orthopaedic Surgeon at AIIMS Raipur, it explains how people often replace water with hot beverages in cold weather, leading to winter dehydration. This lack of hydration can reduce the moisture in knee cartilage the cushioning layer between bones causing stiffness, friction and pain.
Drinking tea and coffee becomes more popular as the temperature drops in the season of winter. But can consuming too much of these beverages increase joint pain further? Dr Dushyant Chouhan, surgeon and orthopaedic at AIIMS Raipur, in his Instagram post explains why moderation matters and how less water and more Chai or Coffee can worsen your joint stiffness.
He highlights of a connection between Chai or Coffee and bone health. In the video he saidin Hindi, "Tea can be hot but it can cool down your bones. It may sound a little odd but let me explain the fact behind it."
People increase their intake of tea or coffee in the season of winter as it provides comfort. He points out, as people increase consumption of hot beverages, they reduce drinking water.
Winter dehydration is quite common but most of the time it's unnoticed. Now, teas can't replace the fluids the body needs for lubrication in a joint's work. He said "The cartilage in your knees, the cushioning layer between the bones, can dry out over time. When this happens, the joint becomes stiffer and the bones rub more, leading to increased pain.” He added further, "So yes, you can enjoy your tea, but it’s essential to drink enough water alongside it,"
Joint care for winter is an unknown area for the majority of people. To help the people better Dr Chouhan said, "Many people don’t realise that their beverage choices can influence bone and joint health. Staying well-hydrated, especially when consuming hot drinks can make a noticeable difference."
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He highlights of a connection between Chai or Coffee and bone health. In the video he saidin Hindi, "Tea can be hot but it can cool down your bones. It may sound a little odd but let me explain the fact behind it."
Coffee During Winter
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People increase their intake of tea or coffee in the season of winter as it provides comfort. He points out, as people increase consumption of hot beverages, they reduce drinking water.
Winter dehydration is quite common but most of the time it's unnoticed. Now, teas can't replace the fluids the body needs for lubrication in a joint's work. He said "The cartilage in your knees, the cushioning layer between the bones, can dry out over time. When this happens, the joint becomes stiffer and the bones rub more, leading to increased pain.” He added further, "So yes, you can enjoy your tea, but it’s essential to drink enough water alongside it,"
Joint care for winter is an unknown area for the majority of people. To help the people better Dr Chouhan said, "Many people don’t realise that their beverage choices can influence bone and joint health. Staying well-hydrated, especially when consuming hot drinks can make a noticeable difference."
How Much Water Should One Drink
Winter Health Hips
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