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Guidance on Fruit Combinations and Timing
Nutrition
Consultation #49973
146 days ago
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Guidance on Fruit Combinations and Timing - #49973

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I have apples, banana, pomegranate, guava,orange and beetroot in store and I have been very spectical as to what eat first and what not to combine together. And after researching the internet I got to know that apples and bananas should not be eaten together same goes with banana and orange but the problem is, when to eat what?It's6:30 in the morning and I have no idea can you please helpme with this situation.It'snot like I won'teat anything later during the day but I don't know when should I consume what.

What is your primary concern regarding fruit combinations?:

- Nutritional value

How would you describe your current digestive health?:

- Moderate, occasional discomfort

What is your typical daily routine regarding meals?:

- Frequent snacking
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Dr. Snehal Vidhate
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
146 days ago
5

Hello Thanks for the good question. You’re spot on—mixing the wrong fruits or eating them at the wrong time can mess with your digestion, causing gas, acidity, and toxins. But dont worry we are here to help you out 😊 YOUR CONCERN You’re having tummy troubles because you snack a lot. This is happening because: –Your digestion is weak + you’re mixing the wrong foods, especially fruits. Fruits break down at different rates: –Sweet fruits (like bananas) take their time. –Citrus fruits (like oranges) are speedy. –Astringent fruits (like pomegranate, guava) tend to dry you out. ±Mixing them wrong can lead to gas, bloating, acidity, and yucky toxins. How to Eat Your Fruits Right You’ve got: Apple, Banana, Pomegranate, Guava, Orange, Beetroot Here’s the best way to schedule them each day: ** 6:30 – 7:00 AM (Empty Stomach)** Best for a clean start Pomegranate OR Apple Just one at a time give it 30 minutes 8:30 – 9:00 AM (Breakfast Time) Guava OR Beetroot juice These are heavy , so don’t mix with banana or citrus 11:30 – 12:00 PM Orange Eat it by itself Don’t pair with banana or apple 4:00 – 5:00 PM Banana Okay with: -Soaked almonds -Milk -But never with citrus or apple Bad Combos –Banana + Orange = Gas –Banana + Apple = Acid –Banana + Pomegranate = Can’t digest –Citrus + Beetroot = Toxins –Guava + Banana = Bloating Help Your Gut (Important) 1.Hingwashtak Churna ½ tsp after meals To stop gas 2.Jeerakadyarishta 15 ml after lunch & dinner Digestion help 3 Triphala ½ tsp at night Gets rid of toxins How to Eat Eat fruits solo, not with meals Wait 2 hours between fruits and meals No fruit at night Chew well Getting the timing and combinations right will: –Stop acidity –Help you absorb nutrients better –Cut down on bloating Make your skin look better and give you more energy You don’t have to skip fruits — just eat them the Ayurvedic way Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

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Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
146 days ago
5

-Eat fruits on an empty stomach or between meals. Avoid mixing bananas with apples or oranges. Morning: Apple, guava, or pomegranate. Mid-morning: Banana alone,because they digest differently and can cause bloating. Lunch/Evening: Orange or pomegranate, not with banana. Beetroot: Eat with meals, not with fruits. Eat simple, one or two fruits at a time to avoid discomfort.

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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
146 days ago
5

Eat fruits alone and preferably in morning or between meals Do not mix too many fruits together Morning (Empty Stomach – 6:30 AM) You can eat Apple OR Pomegranate OR Guava Choose only one fruit at a time Mid-Morning (After 1–2 Hours) You can eat Banana alone Afternoon / Before Lunch You can eat Orange alone Beetroot Better to eat as salad or juice before lunch Avoid These Combinations Banana + Orange Banana + Apple Mixing many fruits together Fruits immediately after meals Simple Daily Plan Example Morning – Apple or Pomegranate Mid morning – Banana Before lunch – Beetroot or Orange

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Dr. Narendrakumar V Mishra
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
146 days ago
5

Don’t mix sour and sweet fruits. Early morning empty stomach. 3 hours after lunch is suitable time for consumption.

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