The fruit that is popularly associated with summer is watermelon and this fruit contains Lycopene in abundance. It is a carotenoid that gives red colour in watermelon and is a dominating antioxidant with multiple health benefits. Thus, it helps detoxify through the expulsion of free radicals that are located within the body and thereby, prevent cellular damage.

This juicy fruit also contains thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, choline and betaine.

Mr. Ranga S.K, MBBS, Msc, CSC, Consultant
Speaking with Healthcare, at Yashoda Hospitals Hyderabad, a General Physician and Diabetologist pointed out that watermelon is already”hydrating” and taking more fluid on the same can lead to swell up or dissolve part of the digestive juice found in the stomach.

This can obviously cause problems for the regular digestive tract and even unbalance some of the chakras or centres in the body. some people might even feel uncomfortable when they take water alongside watermelon right after consuming it.
Since it slows down the process of digestion, conditions such as acidity may be experienced.

Despite that, there is no actual scientific evidence in this regard; however, it is wise not to take water soon after eating watermelon. Those who have a sensitive stomach or gastric ulcers should purposively avoid drinking water 40-45 minutes after eating watermelon.

To be on the safer side, have water at least
Within the range of twenty to thirty minutes after consuming air or watermelon. It is okay if you feel so thirsty, you can just consume a little water but do not follow the act by consuming a full glass of water after taking watermelon. Thus, you are welcome to consume this rather tasty fruit in the summer and drink your fill!