Avoid these 5 common foods when eating cucumbers

             Written by: Deepa Sarkar

Reviewed by: Dr. Deepak Soni

Cucumbers are light, crisp, and refreshing, hence no salad or sandwich would remain complete without cucumbers. 

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However, certain foods don't go well with cucumbers due to fighting flavors, incompatible textures, or digestive issues. Lets explore these 5 combinations just do not work.

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While cucumbers are cooling, dairy products like yogurt are heavier & warming. This combination can cause digestive discomforts, such as bloating. It is better to enjoy them apart to keep digestion smooth.

Cucumber & Dairy

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Tomatoes & cucumbers have different digestion times. Eating them together can cause bloating & indigestion. You may try separating these vegetables to improve digestion.

Cucumber & Tomatoes

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Meat is heavy to digest, while cucumber is light & watery. This combination can lead to bloating & discomfort. Try having them in separate meals to help digestion.

Cucumber & Meat

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Spinach & cucumber have very little chemical compatibility. Eating them together will kill the body's absorption of vitamin C. The combination will also act against the nutritional work needed for both vegetables.

Cucumber & Spinach

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The combination of cucumbers with oranges or lemons will actually overpower the delicate flavor of cucumbers. Acid will make cucumbers go mushy and ruin their crispiness

Cucumber & Citrus Fruits

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