New Delhi, March 11 -- Whether you want to check how high your cholesterol is or if your diabetes management efforts are working, you will need to go for blood tests. You usually need to stop eating or drinking beverages 8-12 hours before a blood sample is taken. While you can't have solid foods, your body will need hydration and water works best when it comes to staying hydrated. But if you love waking up to the smell of coffee, you may want to take a few sips in the morning. However, drinking coffee before a fasting blood test may not be the best idea, especially if it has other ingredients like milk and sugar.

Is it okay to drink coffee before a fasting blood test?

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