Lifestyle Desk — The risk of heatstroke and dehydration rises as temperatures climb in summer. Watermelon, a seasonal summer fruit, is highly nutritious and healthy. About 90 percent of the fruit is water.
Eating watermelon daily in the heat helps maintain the body’s water balance and reduces the chances of dizziness or weakness. Regular consumption can also ease gas, acidity, constipation and other digestive problems. Watermelon offers many benefits at different times of day. But the question is: when is the best time to eat it — before or after meals?
Before or after meals?
Watermelon’s high water content helps keep the body hydrated. It also makes the stomach feel full. Eating watermelon before a meal keeps the stomach calm and cool. This helps avoid excess calorie intake. Experts said watermelon should always be eaten before meals.
According to experts, eating watermelon in the morning is the most beneficial. Eating it on an empty stomach offers many advantages. It can also be eaten about an hour before lunch. This improves digestion and helps prevent gas and acidity. Eating watermelon after exercise is also good, as it replenishes water and electrolyte loss in the body. In summer, eating watermelon at midday keeps the body cool and lowers body temperature.
When you should not eat watermelon
Watermelon should not be eaten at night because its high water content can cause frequent urination. It should not be eaten after meals either, as it can worsen gas and digestive problems. Eating watermelon on an empty stomach in summer keeps the body refreshed. Many people eat watermelon straight out of the refrigerator, but this is not advisable. It can harm the throat and digestive system.
For those trying to lose weight
Those who want to lose weight should eat watermelon at midday. Its high fiber content keeps the stomach full for a long time and creates a light feeling. It is low in calories, which helps with weight loss. Eating watermelon regularly in summer makes losing weight easier.
Do not mix watermelon with these fruits
Watermelon should not be eaten with warming fruits, as this can cause stomach problems and increase the risk of colds and coughs. Watermelon should not be eaten with other fruits because its nature is cooling, while other fruits may be warming; combining them can be harmful to health. Watermelon should never be eaten with bananas, oranges and grapes. Eating it with these can cause gas, indigestion and acidity. So always consult a doctor before eating watermelon with other fruits. Source: India TV.
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