Can We Eat Watermelon And Curd Together - #3419

So, I’ve recently been trying to eat healthier by adding more fruits and probiotic-rich foods to my diet. The other day, I made a bowl with watermelon slices and a dollop of curd. It seemed refreshing and tasted amazing, especially in this hot weather. But later, I started feeling a little bloated and had mild stomach cramps. Now I’m wondering, can we eat watermelon and curd together, or is this combination something Ayurveda would discourage? I’ve heard from some people that mixing certain foods can disturb digestion or lead to Ama (toxins) in the body, but I’m not sure how true this is. For example, watermelon is so cooling, and curd also has a cooling nature, right? So why would there be any issue in combining them? Could it be because curd is heavier and may slow down digestion, while watermelon is digested faster? I don’t really know the Ayurvedic logic behind this. Another thing is, I tend to eat watermelon and curd together often as part of my lunch or snack, thinking it’s a healthy mix. Could this habit actually be harming my digestion without me realizing it? I don’t have severe digestive problems, but I do feel a bit sluggish sometimes after meals. I wonder if eating watermelon and curd together is aggravating this. Is there a specific dosha imbalance that this combination might cause? I’ve heard Vata, Pitta, and Kapha can be affected by food habits, but I’m not sure how this applies here. Could watermelon, being hydrating and sweet, clash with the sourness of curd in some way? Or is there a way to consume them that would make it okay? For instance, should I eat them at different times instead of together in one meal? Lastly, are there any Ayurvedic remedies I can follow to counteract the negative effects if I accidentally eat something like this combination? And how serious could the consequences be in the long term if I keep having it? I’d love to hear your thoughts, especially if you could explain the Ayurvedic perspective in simple terms. Does it only affect digestion, or could it lead to other issues as well? Any advice on better food combinations or general tips for avoiding incompatible foods would be super helpful.