We all know that natural fruits and vegetables are great for our health, but did you know that certain combinations might not work well together? For instance, take cucumbers and tomatoes.

Both cucumbers and tomatoes are wonderful for our bodies. They’re full of water, antioxidants, nutrients, and vitamins. However, Ayurveda advises that we shouldn’t mix them in the same salad. This is because different foods have different digestion times.

When you mix vegetables that digest quickly with those that take longer, it can cause problems. The lighter vegetable might move through the intestine once the first part is fully digested. This can lead to fermentation in the stomach, potentially causing discomfort and toxins that affect the whole body. It slows down digestion and can lead to gas, bloating, and stomach pain. Not exactly the best way to enjoy your salad!

And it’s not just cucumbers and tomatoes. There are other food combinations you should be careful with. Let’s check them out:

– Fruits after a meal: Fruits take longer to digest and shouldn’t sit in your stomach for too long. Eating them after a meal might lead to acid reflux and other digestive troubles.

– Meat and cheese: Too much protein in one meal isn’t great. Stick to one type of protein at a time.

– Macaroni and cheese (or macaroni and meat): While this is a popular dish, it’s best to avoid it. Macaroni is high in starch, which has a different digestion time than protein, leading to fermentation and digestive issues.

– Veggies and cheese: Combining vegetables with cheese can increase the risk of bloating.

– Bread or noodles with orange juice: The acid needed to digest orange juice might destroy enzymes necessary for starch digestion.

– Melon and watermelon: These fruits are best eaten on their own, without other fruits.

– Bananas and milk: This combo is known for slowing down digestion.

– Fruits and yogurt: Though a popular breakfast choice, this combination can slow digestion and harm the intestinal flora.