Fact Check: Does eating fruits and salad at night cause heart attack? Nutritionist’s big revelation

News India Live, Digital Desk: “Eating fruits at night is like poison” or “If you eat salad at night, it can cause heart attack.” If you have also read such messages on WhatsApp or Facebook, then stop. Health experts and nutritionists have termed this claim as completely ‘misleading’ and ‘baseless’. Let us understand what science says about this and what effect eating fruits and salads have on your health at night. Is there any relation between fruits and heart attack? According to nutritionists, there is no medical study in the world that proves that eating fruits or raw vegetables at night directly causes heart attack. Real causes of heart attack: High blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, obesity and bad lifestyle are the main causes of heart attack, not at night. Eaten apple or cucumber. Benefits of fruits: Fruits and salads are rich in fiber, vitamins and antioxidants, which actually help in reducing the risk of heart diseases. Real problems associated with eating fruits and salad at night (Slight Risks) Although it does not cause heart attack, some people may have some other problems by eating fruits or salad at night: Digestion Issues: Metabolism slows down at night. Raw vegetables and fruits contain high fiber, which takes time for the body to digest. This can cause gas, bloating or acidity in some people.Sleep Disturbance: Some fruits are high in sugar (Fructose), which can give you a sudden energy spike, which can lead to difficulty in sleeping. Ayurveda’s view: According to Ayurveda, eating things with cold nature (like cucumber or watermelon) after sunset can increase ‘Kapha’ dosha, which can lead to cold or sinus problems. Expert advice: When and how to eat? 2-3 hours before sleeping: If you want to eat salad or fruits at night, then eat them at least 2-3 hours before sleeping. Avoid sour fruits: Avoid sour fruits like orange or grapes at night as they can cause heartburn. Balance is important: Do not take salad as a substitute for dinner, but include it as a small part of the meal.