5 Ways Eating Apples Can Cause Stomach Problems

Apples have a lot of fiber, which helps our bowels move regularly. Eating apples with the skin on gives us even more fiber.

A picture of red apples.

A nutritionist named Momoko Natsume says there are five common mistakes people make when eating apples that can be bad for them.

Eating apples when your stomach is empty.

Some people eat an apple for breakfast, but this can make their stomach feel bloated.

Apples have fiber and sugar, which can make gas in our stomach. It's better to eat apples with other foods for breakfast.

Eating too many apples.

Some people think that eating more apples is healthier, but it's not true.

During apple season, people might eat two or three apples a day. But eating too much fiber and sugar can cause gas and bloating.

The nutritionist says we should only eat one apple a day.

Eating cold apples.

Cold apples might taste better, but they can be bad for people with sensitive stomachs.

Cold food can cause stomach cramps. Letting the apple get to room temperature or eating it with warm water can help.

Eating apple skin when you have a sensitive stomach.

Apple skin has good fiber, but it can be hard to digest for people with weak stomachs.

The fiber in the apple skin can cause bloating. If you have a sensitive stomach, peeling the apple might be better.

Eating too fast.

Not chewing apples well can also cause stomach problems.

Big pieces of food are hard for the stomach to digest, and eating fast can make you swallow air, which causes bloating.

Cutting apples into small pieces and chewing slowly can help your stomach digest better.

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