The unexpected side-effect of eating too much watermelon

The unexpected side-effect of eating too much watermelon

The Independent UK·2025-07-30 07:01

Love a nice piece of refreshing watermelon to cool down those hot summer days?

You’re not alone.

But, eating too much of anything is typically a bad thing — and watermelon is no exception.

“You can safely eat two servings of watermelon each day, but it’s never a good idea to go on a diet that features only one type of food,” registered dietitian Lara Whitson previously told the Cleveland Clinic. “A watermelon cleanse is a fad, like any other, and it will deprive your body of other nutrients it needs to function properly.”

While watermelon may be incredibly hydrating and nutritious, consuming it may also cause digestive problems, the non-profit medical center warns.

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