on an empty stomach
idiom
: with nothing in the stomach : after having not eaten for a time
Take this medication on an empty stomach.
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For instance, while some people might prefer drinking it first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, others might prefer drinking it with a meal or snack.
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Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 3 June 2025
Some products recommend taking them on an empty stomach, while others recommend taking with food.
—Health, 19 May 2025
Working out on an empty stomach may lead your body to burn fat for fuel instead of carbs.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2025
Iron is best absorbed on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after a meal.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025
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Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 3 June 2025
Some products recommend taking them on an empty stomach, while others recommend taking with food.
—Health, 19 May 2025
Working out on an empty stomach may lead your body to burn fat for fuel instead of carbs.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 13 May 2025
Iron is best absorbed on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after a meal.
—Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for on an empty stomach
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“On an empty stomach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20an%20empty%20stomach. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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