Side Effects of Watermelon: Summer is coming soon. But the most popular fruit of summer, watermelon, is just arriving in the market. It is in great demand in summer. Watermelon is rich in water and many essential minerals, which make it good for health. However, this cool fruit is not for everyone. Diabetes experts recommend that people who have five health problems should not eat watermelon. Let us know what are these problems?

People with kidney problems should not eat watermelon because it contains too much potassium. Due to kidney problems and kidney not functioning properly, they are not able to absorb potassium properly. This can increase the level of potassium in the body, which can cause fatigue, muscle weakness and heart problems. Eating too much watermelon can cause swelling (edema) in the body.

Watermelon contains natural sugar. Its glycemic index (GI) is very high. This means that after eating it the blood sugar level can increase rapidly. Therefore, people with diabetes should not eat it. When diabetic patients eat watermelon, their blood glucose level suddenly increases and then falls equally rapidly.

Watermelon contains a natural sugar called fructose. This fructose is difficult to digest for people with liver disease, which can worsen problems like fatty liver. If you already have liver problems then eating watermelon is not right.

People suffering from digestive problems like acidity, gas, bloating or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) should not eat watermelon. Its gas reducing properties may cause heartburn or indigestion in some people. Watermelon is high in fiber.

People with asthma or allergies may have more trouble eating watermelon. In particular, lycopene or certain enzymes present in watermelon may trigger oral allergy syndrome in some people. This may cause sore throat or swelling in the respiratory tract. People suffering from asthma, allergies or respiratory problems should eat watermelon only after consulting a doctor.