When is the most suitable time to consume which fruits?
Generally, people think that any fruit
is beneficial if eaten at any time, but this is not the case, many people eat
fruits kept at home when they are hungry, which can cause harm.
Due to this misunderstanding, people
eat fruit every day and think that it can give them a lot of energy.
Keep in mind that some fruits contain
a lot of sugar, which can increase blood sugar levels when eaten on an empty
stomach.
Similarly, there are some fruits that
are rich in vitamins that require fat to be part of the body, such as vitamin
D, etc. can
In this regard, an article published
in 'Nutrition’s' magazine examined blood sugar after consumption of food types
such as protein, fat, fiber and carbohydrates, in which preliminary results
revealed that diabetes Patients had an increase in their sugar levels when
taking fruits and carbohydrates before meals.
Therefore, experts say that fruits
with carbohydrates should be used after protein and fat vegetables so that the
blood sugar level is maintained.
In general, experts do not recommend
taking fruits by mouth, especially mangoes, melons and sweet potatoes; they
contain fat-dissolving vitamins, so it is useful to take them after a fatty
meal.
Disadvantages of eating
fruit on an empty stomach
1. Increased sugar levels
It is true that eating fruits can reduce
the risk of diabetes and its complications, especially fruits that are rich in
fiber and antioxidants that reduce inflammation and lower high blood pressure.
I also help.
On the other hand, fruits rich in
natural sugars, which are high in fructose and glucose, help raise blood sugar
levels, which can be harmful for diabetics.
2: Gastric irritation
Fruits that are sour, for example,
citrus and lemons, which are rich in vitamin C, also have the potential to
protect against the risk of stomach cancer, but they also increase stomach
acidity, which can lead to heartburn. And there is a burning sensation in the
chest.
Eating fruits before or
after meals?
1. Fruits before meals
Fruits that are high in fiber make
them feel full after eating, and many people who want to lose weight eat fruit
before a meal, which reduces their appetite and makes them eat less. Avoid.
In this regard, a study found that
people who eat fruit before a meal are less likely to eat more food than those
who eat fruit after a meal.
2. Fruits that are best eaten after
meals
Certain fruits that are high in sugar,
such as mangoes and bananas, are best eaten after meals to avoid spikes in
blood sugar levels.
Does eating fruit before or after
meals affect their nutritional value?
When a person eats food, the stomach
stores food and releases small amounts of it each time so that the intestines
can absorb as much of the nutrients as possible. The small intestine has the
capacity to absorb large amounts of nutrients.
What time of day is it best to eat
fruit?
Fruits can be eaten at any time of the
day. It is a fact that fruits are rich in nutrients and energy but for some
people it is better to consume fruits as per requirement.
1: Eating fruits is useful for
reducing excess weight as mentioned earlier
How can eating fruits reduce weight?
2. For people with type 2 diabetes, it
is better to eat fruits that are high in sugar
They should be careful in this regard.
Shouldn't fruits be eaten before
going to bed?
It is best to avoid eating fruit at
bedtime as it may cause a rise in blood sugar levels, which can also affect
sleep.
Eating a banana before going to bed is
useful because it provides potassium to the body, besides dates and apricots
contain magnesium which is also beneficial before going to bed.
