Abu Dawud and At Trimidhi narrated that the Prophet PBUH used to eat watermelon with ripe dates, saying: The hotness of this substance (dates) neutralizes the coolness of that (Watermelon)
Explanation:
- Green watermelon is cold, wet and sweet. It also works as a cleanser for stomach and intestines.
- Watermelon departs from the stomach quickly and blends with what ever substances are present in stomach.
- It is beneficial to eat watermelon when it is warm but when it is cold, its better to have it with ginger to offset its harm.
- Watermelon should be eaten befoer the meals, otherwise it causes nausea. This is also mentioned by Doctors that eating watermelon before meals in beneficial.
