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When to eat fruits
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Question #21761
12 hours ago
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When to eat fruits - #21761

Sanjay Chakravarty

Dear doctor, I want to go into a 2-meal plan as ayurveda prescribes. I am thinking of one meal at 10am, second at 4pm. In that case, when will I consume fruits? Is fruits not an additional meal as per ayurveda?

Age: 58
Chronic illnesses: Hypertension Diabetes
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11 hours ago
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You are having diabetes so according to your sugar levels you consume fruits. But in less quantity

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Fruits intake or phalahara is taken when suryodaya it means when sun rise aur after sun rise it can be taken ...is diabetic patients fruits are taken as a meal or as a breakfast ..bc fruits has less glycemic index while wheat and other lentils as higher glycemic index then fruits Accepts mango/banana/cheeku/sugarcane/grapes you can take all fruits in limited quantity Thanks

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Sanjay ji namaskar, Fruits do a job of agni vardhan (increase appetite) taking as first meal can cause acidity. I think you should take bowl of fruits at 1pm, after having a meal at 10am also you can add a herbal tea, at around 12pm. And have another meal by 4pm as per your plan. Special Considerations for Diabetes and Hypertension: Choose low-glycemic fruits like: Indian gooseberry (amla) Jamun (black plum) Berries Guava Pomegranate (in small portions) Apple (half) Avoid or strictly limit:Banana, mango, grapes, and jackfruit Fruit juices (they spike blood sugar quickly) #Portion control is vital. Stick to one small bowl (roughly 100g) at a time.

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As you told Ayurveda suggests two meal per day, in which these 2 meals are Annaja/ Kind of solid food. So while considering fruits as solid you have to take it as it's form/smashed form rather than juice. But better take fruits with other solids since you are limiting the food in to two times. Otherwise there may be chances of gut irritation/Gas problems, etc. Try to select fruits according to the seasonal changes Eg; More Watery fruits on summer seasons

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you can take fruits before food will be actually beneficial as u have hypertension and diabetes it is better to take fruits twice a day along with food and equal quantity of fruit and food i.e. if u are taking 500 grams of food means take 250 grams of fruit and 250 grams of normal food so that it will be beneficial and also prefer apple, papaya, guava, pineapple, Indian gooseberry and some of the seasonal fruits

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In Ayurveda, fruits are considered sattvic (pure, vitalizing) and an important part of a balanced diet. Their consumption is guided by principles of "Kaala" (time), "Agni" (digestive fire), and "Desha-Kala-Patra" (suitability according to place, time, and individual). When to Eat Fruits : 1. Ideal Timing for Fruits is Morning (Brahma Muhurta to Mid-morning) Best time for fruit consumption. Digestive fire (Agni) is slowly awakening, and fruits help cleanse the system and provide energy. Ideal fruits: apples, papaya, pomegranate, seasonal fruits. Midday (Before Meals) Small quantity of fruits can be consumed about 30 minutes before lunch. Enhances digestion, stimulates appetite. Evening (Before Sunset) Light fruits like pomegranate or apple can be taken as an evening snack, but avoid sour or heavy fruits. Avoid eating fruits at night, especially: Heavy fruits (banana, mango) as they can increase Kapha and disturb digestion. Raw or sour fruits which may cause Amla-Pitta or Kapha-vruddhi. 2. Ritucharya (Seasonal Considerations) Grishma (Summer): Juicy fruits like watermelon, grapes, musk melon are ideal. Varsha (Monsoon): Avoid watery fruits; eat astringent, dry fruits like apples or pomegranate to balance vitiated Vata and Kapha. Sharad (Autumn): Sweet fruits like figs and ripe mangoes are suitable. Hemanta/Shishira (Winter): Slightly heavier fruits like banana and dates are acceptable due to stronger Agni. Vasant (Spring): Light fruits preferred; reduce sweet or sour ones. How to Eat Fruits (Ayurvedic Guidelines): 1. Always eat fruits alone - don't mix it with anything Fruits digest quickly; mixing with grains, dairy, or heavy meals causes fermentation, Ama (toxins), and indigestion. 2. Eat fruits on an empty stomach or as a snack. Ensures proper absorption and no obstruction in digestion. 3. Avoid combining fruits with milk, especially sour fruits. Leads to Viruddha Aahara (incompatible food), causing skin disorders and allergies. 4. Choose ripe, seasonal, and local fruits. Increases Prana (life force), better digested by body in alignment with environment (Desha-Kala). 5. Chew thoroughly and eat mindfully. Supports digestive fire and enhances plasma formation.

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Dr. Trupti
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9 hours ago
Hi, Avoid mango banana grapes contain natural sugar Avoid empty stomach early in morning and Before bedtime Add after meal after 1 2hr if u r consuming high carb meal Add nuts if u r only on low glycemic fruits

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Fruits are to be eaten raw so should not mix cooked food with raw food Do not eat fruits after dinner as it will increase sugar levels Best to have fruits is as breakfast or evening snacks 1/2 hr. Before dinner Choice of fruit is also very important as per your health . Too much fruits also is harmful for health as it increases k+ in the body And sweet fruit increases sugar levels as it contains fructose

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Ur meal planning is good. U can take fruits all mix as salad form with ur meals.. Or u can eat any of Seasonal fruits on 1/2 pcs just after taking ur meals mainly Banana,Guava,Apple, Papaya etc.. Don't take high watery fruits after meal. Don't worry of Diabetes or HTN, eating fruits in proper ways help to control them..

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