Chicken Biryani after Watermelon: Can this combination cause food poisoning? Know expert opinion

News India Live, Digital Desk: Watermelon is the most popular fruit to keep the body hydrated in the scorching heat. At the same time, be it Sunday holiday or any special occasion, hearing the name of Chicken Biryani makes the mouth water. But have you ever wondered what would happen if these two are eaten together or back-to-back? There is often a debate on social media that eating non-vegetarian after watermelon can be dangerous for health. Let us know what doctors and health experts have to say on this. Why does this question arise? According to Ayurveda and traditional beliefs, the ‘nature’ of some food items is opposite to each other. Watermelon is cool in nature and contains more than 90% water, whereas the spices used in chicken and biryani are hot in nature. When these two meet in the stomach, there is pressure on the digestive system. Can this cause food poisoning? According to experts, consumption of watermelon and chicken biryani together does not directly cause ‘food poisoning’, but it can lead to severe indigestion and stomach problems: Difference in the speed of digestion: Watermelon gets digested very quickly, whereas chicken and rice take hours to digest. Eating heavy food with watermelon slows down the digestion process, which can lead to bloating and gas problems. Acid balance in the stomach: Consuming a lot of water or heavy food immediately after eating watermelon can dilute the digestive juices of the stomach, due to which the food is not digested properly. Danger of bacteria: Food poisoning often occurs when the food is contaminated or is not cooked properly. If watermelon stored in summer or half-cooked chicken is eaten, it may cause vomiting and diarrhea due to bacteria. Doctors’ advice: How long should the gap be? Health experts believe that watermelon should always be eaten alone. Avoid eating anything with or immediately after. Gap: Eat any heavy food like chicken biryani at least 45 minutes to 1 hour after eating watermelon. Avoidance at night: Avoid eating watermelon at night, as it can cause acidity and spoil your sleep.