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Fruits are healthy, we all know that. But, did you know that eating them at the wrong time can be more detrimental to your health.

According to experts,

1. Fruits are best eaten on an empty stomach.

Starting your day with a fruit, or fruits, may be the best thing for your digestion. Fruits like pineapples and watermelons when eaten on an empty stomach can help soften bowel movement, maintain or lose weight and may even prevent certain diseases.

2. Fruits should be avoided during meals.

The practice of eating fruits before, during and immediately after a meal may sound okay due to the high fiber content in fruits. But, fruits are high in fructose, which can add to the amount of calories ingested in a single sitting. It could also cause constipation, stomach ache, bloating and worse Indigestion.

It’s best to consume your fruits at least half an hour before or after any meal.

3. Fruits should be taken in between meals as a snack.

Do you enjoy munching in between meals? Everybody does.

It’s a good practice to consume fruits in between meals. Because your body actively secretes enzymes at these times, they may aid in the easy digestion and absorption of necessary nutrients from the fruits.

Furthermore, they keep you full for a long time, so you don’t become hungry in between meals. A dish of fruits with nuts and seeds on top makes a delicious snack!