Is it good for children to eat watermelon?

Summer is hot and dry, and many people will buy watermelons to eat, because watermelon can quench thirst and relieve heat, and it tastes sweet and delicious, and is loved by many people, especially children. But is it good for children to eat watermelon? Will eating too much be bad for your health? Many parents have this question. Let’s take a look at the following content to find out whether it is good for children to eat watermelon?

Watermelon is rich in nutrients and delicious, and is a favorite fruit for children. Moreover, watermelon has the effects of clearing away heat and relieving summer heat, quenching thirst and relieving restlessness, and promoting urination. Although watermelon is good, there are still many things to pay attention to when eating it:

Do not eat too much: Watermelon is sweet and cold in nature, so it is not suitable to eat too much, especially for children with indigestion, otherwise it may cause diarrhea, abdominal distension, loss of appetite, etc.

Do not leave the watermelon for a long time after cutting: the surface of the watermelon is contaminated with many germs and must be cleaned before eating.

Don’t eat frozen watermelon: In the hot summer, some parents like to freeze the watermelon in the refrigerator before giving it to their children. In fact, eating frozen watermelon frequently is not good for children's health. After being frozen, the temperature of the watermelon is very low, and the moisture in the flesh often forms ice crystals. When children eat frozen watermelon, the cold stimulation can rapidly cool down the salivary glands in the mouth, the taste nerves on the tongue, and the periodontal nerves, or even paralyze them. This will not only reduce the sweet taste of the watermelon, but also irritate the throat, causing pharyngitis and toothache. Eating too much frozen watermelon can also damage the spleen and stomach, affect the secretion of gastric juice and appetite, and cause indigestion. Young children have weak digestive functions, and eating frozen watermelon can easily cause gastrointestinal diseases such as anorexia, bloating, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

After reading the above content, everyone should have some understanding of whether it is good for children to eat watermelon. Watermelon is indeed an indispensable food for cooling down in such hot weather in summer, and it is also rich in nutrients; however, no matter what food you eat, it should be eaten in moderation, especially for children. Children's immunity and digestive abilities are relatively weak, so parents should pay more attention to their diet.