Drink Water After Eating Mangoes: Mangoes are often considered as the ‘King of fruits’ and are the summer favourite across India. They are loved and known for their rich juicy slices to refreshing shakes, the sweet taste and rich nutrients. But there is an old rule that we can’t have water right after eating mangoes, but how true is it? let’s get a fact check here.
You Should Not Drink Water After Eating Mangoes
Mangoes are naturally rich source of sugars like fructose and also holds certain acids and is considered a heat producing food. But when you drink water right after eating them, this can disrupt the process of digestion.
Water will dilute digestive enzymes in the stomach, which distuebd the process of breaking down food properly. This can lead to indigestion.
Doctors say that drinking water immediately after eating mangoes can cause bloating, stomach cramps, acidity and even indigestion.
Impact on Blood Sugar Levels
Mangoes are natural source of high sugar content and drinking water immediately may cause a quick spike in blood sugar and it impacts people with diabetes or insulin sensitivity.
How Long Should You Wait?
Experts suggest that it is good to wait for 30 to 60 minutes after eating mangoes to drinking water. This allows your body the right amount of time to digest the fruit and absorb the nutrients.
