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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The side effects can be caused by taking iron supplements on an empty stomach. Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2025 Taking some supplements on an empty stomach may increase your risk of nausea. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Sep. 2025 This one is ideal for anyone who experiences GI discomfort when taking iron on an empty stomach. Kristine Thomason, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025 After all the sacrifice, this level he’s reached is like grocery shopping on an empty stomach. Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 15 Sep. 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 4 Oct. 2025.

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