IS IT HEALTHIER TO EAT FRUITS BEFORE OR AFTER A MEAL?

 

Fruit should definitely be eaten before or after meals. Or both.

And for fruit enthusiasts, it is also OK to eat fruit during a meal, whether or not it is preceded or followed by fruit.

Eating fruit before a meal can help to cleanse the palate and may even help to increase your appetite. However, some people find that eating fruit before a meal can interfere with their digestion.

Eating fruit after a meal can also have its benefits. Some people find that it helps to aid in digestion and can even help to reduce the risk of cavities. However, eating fruit after a meal can also make you feel fuller and may interfere with your sleep if you eat it too close to bedtime.

Ultimately, the best answer to this question is to listen to your body and see what works best for you. If you find that you digest fruit better when it’s eaten before a meal, then stick to that.

The body has trouble digesting the carbohydrates in fruit in combination with other foods is also not supported by the science. The body produces digestive enzymes for protein, fat and carbohydrates and releases them from the pancreas together. If we could not digest mixed meals, we would not even be able to digest most foods since most foods are a combination of nutrients. For example, even vegetables like green beans and broccoli are a mix of carbohydrate and protein.

What's more, gas is produced by the colon -- not the stomach. So while fruit can cause gas in some people, the contents of their stomachs will have little relevance. According to Pochapin, food reaches the colon about six to 10 hours after we eat it. So while fruit isn't damaging to eat at any time, it is also true that we spend many hours digesting it anyway.

Ultimately, the better question is how much -- rather than when -- we eat healthful foods like fruit.

The concern should not be empty stomach or with a meal. Rather the concern should be how can I eat more of this health-boosting food group.

Fruit can be eaten at any time and it can be eaten along with other foods. The body produces digestive enzymes for protein, fat, and carbohydrates which help it digest mixed meals.

Fruits are a great source of nutrients and minerals, and never a bad add-on to your meal. Fruits add different value to your fruit at different times, here’s how-

• Eating fruits first thing in the morning is preferably the best time to consume them, as they provide day-long energy, and digest easily, thus you get all the nutrients in their best form.
• Fruits post or mid-meal are great as well, as they make you full soon, and does not allow other food to stay in your stomach for too long.
• If you are a diabetes patient, eating fruit on an empty stomach is not preferred for you, as it may hike up your sugar levels.
• Consuming high-carb fruits at night are also not suggested as they can cause you bloating.

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