Are tomatoes high in acidity?

Question

Lately, I've been suffering from a lot of acidity, especially after meals. My family always says tomatoes are very acidic and to reduce them if I have heartburn. How high in acidity are tomatoes really?

Siddharth Sen · Accepted Answer

Hey, don't worry too much. Yes, tomatoes are naturally acidic and can trigger heartburn if you already have GERD or acid reflux. If they bother you, just reduce raw tomatoes in salads and use them cooked in small quantities in your food instead.

Nirmala Devi · Answer

Tomatoes do have a high acidic nature which can disturb the body's internal balance if consumed excessively. I suggest drinking warm water with a bit of fennel seeds or doing mild Vajrasana after meals to help soothen the digestive tract.

Rohan Malhotra · Answer

Yes, they are highly acidic due to malic and citric acid. If you get frequent acidity after eating pasta sauce or raw tomatoes, stop self-diagnosing with antacids and see a proper doctor to check if you have an ulcer or acid reflux.

Kirit Bhai Patel · Answer

They are indeed acidic, which is tricky because while they are great for my blood sugars, they sometimes give me severe acidity. I balance it out by eating them along with alkaline vegetables like cucumbers. Always observe how your own stomach reacts.

Vijay Khanna · Answer

I used to suffer from terrible burning in my chest and realized raw tomatoes were a major culprit. My doctor suggested avoiding them on an empty stomach. Now I only eat them well-cooked with a pinch of sugar or baking soda in the curry to neutralize the acid.

Are tomatoes high in acidity?

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Consult a gastroenterologist

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