Can We Eat Apple and Cucumber Together? (Expert Answer)

Short Answer: It is generally safe to eat apples and cucumbers together or one after another. Because there is no scientific evidence to suggest that this combination is harmful.

Apples and cucumbers both are healthy foodsApples contain antioxidants, vitamins, dietary fiber, and cucumbers have vitamin K, magnesium, and are low in sugar.

According to Ayurveda, combining foods with radically different energetics can overwhelm the digestive fire (agni) and cause indigestion, fermentation, gas, bloating, and the creation of toxins.

However, there is no specific mention of apples and cucumbers being incompatible in Ayurvedic texts.

But according to science, there is no evidence to suggest that eating apples and cucumbers together is harmful.

In fact, both are often included in salads and consumed together without any reported issues.

As a nutritionist, my advice is to try first.

If after eating apples and cucumbers together you experience any side effects, then stop combining them.

And if you can tolerate, then continue.

However, you should be mindful of the quality and quantity of apples and cucumbers you consume.

Because consuming a large amount of any food can lead to digestive discomfort, and it’s important to maintain a balanced diet.

Whether you eat them together or not, you should always choose fresh, ripe, and unbruised fruits and vegetables.

Because the best quality produce provides the most nutrients and the least likelihood of contamination.

You can store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Apples can be kept at room temperature for about a week or refrigerated for longer storage.

Cucumbers should be refrigerated and used within a week.

Do not store them in airtight containers as they need air circulation to stay fresh.

Finally, remember, moderation is key in any diet.

It’s important to enjoy a variety of foods to ensure you get a range of nutrients.

And always wash your fruits and vegetables thoroughly before consuming to remove any pesticides or contaminants.

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About the Author

Abdur Rahman Choudhury

Abdur Rahman Choudhury is a nutritionist in West Bengal, India, with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biochemistry.

He has done his diploma in nutrition from Fabulous Body Inc (US), and completed various certification courses from several universities. He also has considerable research experience in PCOS.

Abdur currently lives in India and keeps fit by weight training and eating mainly home-cooked meals.

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