“Cucumbers are loaded with minerals that aid in keeping you hydrated, but they also have a feature that interferes with the absorption of Vitamin C,” says Tanya S. Kapoor, nutritionist, and dietitian, Wellness by Tanya. Therefore, most of the time, the combination of cucumber and tomato is advised to be avoided.
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FAQ
Why shouldnt you eat cucumbers and tomatoes together?
What food should not be eaten with tomatoes?
What does cucumber and tomato do to the body?
When should you avoid eating tomatoes?
Is it bad to mix tomatoes and cucumbers together?
The bad science: There is a viral post making the rounds on Facebook claiming that mixing tomatoes and cucumbers together is “not beneficial to your health”. Several people have asked me about this – thanks, Maureen H! What do they claim? I’m going to quote the entirety of their argument, because it’s funnier this way:
Is it bad to eat cucumber?
In excess, almost any food can cause some kind of discomfort. In the case of cucumber, it has a substance called cucurbitacin that can cause problems for those suffering from irritable bowel syndrome. But if that’s not your case, you can eat without fear because there won’t be any harm.
Are tomatoes and cucumbers bad for You?
“Tomatoes and cucumbers have different digestion time and mixing them can cause health complications. The bad food combination can trigger digestive problems such as stomach ache, gas, nausea and bloating. Cucumbers also contain a substance that destroys vitamin C in tomatoes.
Are tomatoes and cucumbers incompatible?
While tomatoes and cucumbers are not necessarily considered incompatible foods, they do have different digestive requirements, with tomatoes being high-acid and cucumbers being low-acid. This difference in acidity can potentially lead to digestive issues when these two foods are eaten together.