Healthshots

By Aayushi Gupta

Published Feb 28, 2024

Don't Eat These 5 Fruits For Breakfast!

Eating fruits is a great way to incorporate essential vitamins and minerals into your diet. But here are 5 fruits you should never consume for breakfast, as they can cause digestive issues. 

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Citrus Fruits

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Oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are highly acidic and can cause heartburn or stomach irritation when consumed on an empty stomach. Their acidity may trigger acid reflux in some individuals.

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Tomatoes

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Although commonly mistaken for a vegetable, tomatoes are actually fruits. They contain high levels of citric and malic acid, which can be harsh on an empty stomach and may exacerbate acid reflux.

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Pineapple

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Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that can cause stomach problems or diarrhoea if consumed in large quantities, particularly on an empty stomach.

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Berries

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While berries are nutritious, they can be quite acidic, potentially causing gastrointestinal discomfort or acid reflux if eaten on an empty stomach.

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Watermelon

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Despite its high water content, watermelon can cause bloating and discomfort when eaten on an empty stomach due to its high fructose content.

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