Avoid drinking water with these 7 foods

Drinking water after a meal can cause stomach upset and food poisoning. Common foods should be avoided with water to avoid potential health risks.

Consuming spicy foods immediately after drinking water can intensify the burning sensation, cause bloating, and cause discomfort.

Spicy food

Fatty foods can cause heaviness and bloating, and excessive water intake after a high-fat meal can cause discomfort.

Fatty food

Consuming carbonated water or soda after a large or heavy meal can cause bloating, gas, fullness, and indigestion, especially for those who are particularly sensitive to carbonation.

​​Carbonated beverages​

Consuming excessive water immediately after a large meal can cause fullness and discomfort, so it's recommended to drink water throughout the meal.

Heavy meals

Citrus fruits, high in fibre and vitamin C, can disrupt body absorption of nutrients and digestive juices when combined with water, leading to indigestion and bloating.

Citrus fruits

Bananas should not be consumed with water as it can cause severe indigestion and make them difficult to digest, so it's recommended to wait 30 minutes before drinking.

Bananas

Milk is a complete food, but certain foods should not be paired with it, such as citrus fruits and water, as it can slow metabolism and cause digestive issues.

Milk

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.