Hey, friends! 🧡

If you're like me, love tossing together a fresh fruit salad — especially on a warm day — let's chat real quick.

I used to just chop up whatever fruits I had in the fridge, throw them all in a bowl, and call it a day. 🍓🍌🍍 But… turns out, not all fruits play nice together. 😅

Yup, I learned the hard way after feeling super bloated one day post-fruit-feast. So today, I'm sharing what I've learned — the fruit combos to avoid so your salad stays delicious and easy on your stomach.

🍉 Acid + Sweet? Think Again

This is one of the biggest mix-up mistakes. Acidic fruits like oranges, pineapples, and kiwis don't go well with sweet fruits like bananas or dates.

Why? The acid in citrus can slow down how sweet fruits digest, causing fermentation in your stomach. That's bloating city! I once mixed pineapple, grapes, and bananas… and let's just say, I won't do that again. 🙈

🍌 Bananas Don't Like Company

Bananas are creamy, soft, and super filling — but they digest slower than other fruits. When you pair them with watery fruits like melons or citrus, it can mess up digestion.

If I want bananas in my salad, I usually go simple: just bananas with some berries or apple slices. Tastes great, no regrets! 😄

🍈 Melons Like To Be Alone

This one shocked me at first — but melons (like cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon) digest the fastest. So when you mix them with slower-digesting fruits, things can get uncomfortable in your belly real quick. 💨

Now I eat my melon solo — like a little pre-breakfast treat or afternoon refresher. It honestly tastes better on its own, too!

🧊 Bonus: Chill, But Not Too Long

Okay, not about mixing — but still important! Don't keep fruit salad in the fridge too long. Watery fruits like watermelon or orange slices will release juice and make the whole thing soggy.

If I'm prepping ahead, I store each fruit in separate containers and mix them right before serving. Keeps everything crisp and fresh! 🍇✨

🍴Let's Mix Smarter!

Fruit salad sounds simple, but there's a little science (and a lot of trial and error) behind making it feel as good as it tastes. 💬 Have you ever made a combo that didn't sit right? Or do you have your go-to winning mix? Drop your tips or fails in the comments — let's share and learn together!

Next time you reach for the cutting board, remember: not all fruits are meant to mingle! 😉🥭🍊 Catch you in the kitchen!