Fruits are delicious, nutritious, and full of vitamins, but timing matters when it comes to digestion. Eating them at the wrong time can cause digestive issues. So, when should you avoid them? Let’s find out.
When Are the Best Times to Avoid Eating Fruits?
Even though fruits happen to be one of the healthiest things to eat, there are certain times in a day when you should avoid them. As per Emotional Eating Coach Radhika Shah, these are the times you shouldn't consume fruits.
1. On an empty stomach
Do you think eating fruits on an empty stomach would benefit your body? Think again. As per the expert, if you have blood sugar imbalances, fruit alone in the morning can cause a spike and crash. This leads to you feeling tired and hungry soon after, which isn't exactly beneficial if you're trying to lose weight.
2. Right after a heavy meal
Many of us eat fruit right after having a heavy meal thinking it would provide some relief. However, it doesn't. Why? Because fruits digest faster than proteins and fats. The expert states that eating fruits after a big meal can cause fermentation in the gut, which can lead to discomfort and bloating.
3. Late at night
Hungry at night? Avoid fruits at all costs! The coach shares that fruit spikes blood sugar and eating them close to bedtime can disrupt your sleep and melatonin production – a hormone in our body that regulates night and day cycles or sleep-wake cycles. The result would be a sleepy you the next morning
4. As a dessert
Fruits can't be desserts, especially after a heavy meal. As mentioned above, fruits digest after fats and proteins. Eating it with a heavy meal can slow digestion. This could lead to causing gas and bloating, and lead to blood sugar crashes later.
5. With dairy
If you start your day with a tall glass of smoothie, then it's time to rethink your practices. Dairy and fruit don't go together. When you consume your favourite fruit with dairy, it causes digestive problems. Aside from bloating and a disrupted gut balance, the expert states the combination of dairy and fruit can also cause skin issues.
Fresh vs. frozen fruits: Which is better?
Fitness coach Ralston D'Souza suggests that frozen fruits and veggies can sometimes be more nutritious than fresh ones, as freezing slows nutrient loss. Fresh produce, sitting on shelves for days, loses nutrients over time. Frozen options are also more convenient, affordable, and nutrient-preserving.
Source: NDTV
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