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Those who eat watermelon in large quantities in summers should be cautious, otherwise they may end up in hospital
Watermelon Side Effects: Watermelon is the favorite fruit of many people in summer. It has plenty of water content. At the same time, it gives you coolness in summer days. Apart from this, it is also effective in detoxifying the body. But if you consume more watermelon than required, then it can cause many problems. Therefore, avoid consuming watermelon in excess. Let us know what problems can be caused by eating too much watermelon?
Digestive disturbances
Watermelon contains high amount of water and fructose. In such a situation, if you consume it more than required, then it can cause problems like gas, flatulence, acidity and diarrhea. Mainly for those who have the problem of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), excessive consumption of watermelon can be harmful.
Blood sugar may increase
Watermelon has natural sweetness, which can suddenly increase the blood sugar level. Along with this, its glycemic index (GI) is very high, so it is not considered good for diabetes patients. Therefore, if you have diabetes, then avoid eating watermelon.
Frequent urination
Watermelon has diuretic properties, so if you consume too much watermelon, it can cause frequent urination problems. In such a situation, the body may lack essential electrolytes like sodium and potassium. Due to this, you may have problems like weakness, dizziness and dehydration.
Sore throat
In summer, people often like to eat watermelon after cooling it. If you consume too much watermelon kept in the fridge, it can cause problems like sore throat and cold. Therefore, avoid excessive consumption of watermelon in this way.
There is a risk of hyperkalemia
Watermelon contains high amount of potassium. Even though potassium is good for the body, consuming it in large amounts affects the kidneys. In such a situation, there is a risk of hyperkalemia. In this condition, the muscles of the body start weakening.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
