6 Reasons You Are Eating Fruits the Wrong Way

Fruits are the gift of nature. However, 90% of people consume fruits the wrong way. Due to this, they not only get incomplete nutrition but also invite digestive problems. The sad part is that even after eating the healthiest fruits on the planet, they fail to get the benefits out of them.

So, if you want to know the correct way, stay tuned! 😇

1) Eating fruits after meals

Fruits shouldn't be eaten after meals, as they can cause bloating. Fruits have a quicker digestive rate as compared to grains.

 2) Cutting and storing fruits

We love to cut and carry fruits, mostly while travelling, to avoid eating junk food outside, but the cut fruits already lose their nutritional value. Fruits should be consumed within 20 minutes; otherwise, they can cause acidity.

 3) Not eating seasonal fruits

 Exotic fruits are in fashion nowadays, but we should always stick to local fruits as they are pure nectar for the body.

 

 4) Always drinking fruit juices

 Are you one of those people who loves to drink juice? 

 Well, there's nothing wrong with drinking juices, but fruits benefit the body more, as juices lack dietary fibre (which enables smooth bowel movements).

 Note: Strictly avoid packed juices.

  5) Combining fruits with milk

 Well, the chemistry of milk and fruits is not so good! Never combine sour fruits with milk; otherwise, their ill reactions could be seen on the skin. However, we can have sweet fruits like mangoes, dates, or bananas with milk.

 6) Eating fruits at night

 Many people think that fruits are healthy, so they can be consumed at any time of the day.

Well, it is not so!

 It is recommended not to eat fruits post sunset, as :

 a) Fruits are sweet, and they can cause weight gain. 

 b) They may cause acidity and disrupt the sleep cycle. 

 c) They may cause heartburn. 

 So, develop a habit to eat fruits before 6 p.m. 

Additionally, let us talk about when, what and how to eat fruits.

WHEN: Mostly empty stomach in the morning; when metabolism rate is high. 

WHAT: Eat seasonal fruits (not exotic ones)

HOW: Try to eat whole fruits, as discussed earlier:) 

So, I hope you'll start consuming fruits correctly, right after reading this! 😀