So, is there any truth to this claim?
Even though some of us, especially our elderly family members, believe that consuming fruit after breakfast or lunch is bad for us, there’s no evidence to support this. The supposed reason is that consuming high fibre on an empty stomach can cause bloating, and may even slow digestion.
Apart from digestive discomfort, they seem to also think that the fruits will sit in our gut longer, causing the food to “rot”. Although fruit naturally takes longer to break down - if consumed before a meal - the process does not cause the food to spoil nor will it give you an upset belly. Decomposition is actually caused by microorganisms, or bacteria, which is unlikely to happen in the stomach. That’s because our gut is highly acidic , creating an unfavourable environment for bacteria growth.
A study showed that fruits do take slightly longer to digest, but unlike some of us believe, it does not “decay”. In fact, if food stays in your stomach longer, you won’t feel hungry frequently. Fruits offer plenty of health benefits no matter when you consume them. Though people with gastritis or acid reflux should keep an eye out on their fruit consumption, as fruits high in acid, such as orange and pineapple may trigger or worsen the condition.
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