Jyoti Rao Jyoti Rao Asked 4 months ago

What fruits are high in acidity?

I heard that some fruits can be very acidic and might not be good for everyone, especially if you have sensitive digestion. Which common fruits are generally high in acidity?

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Arpita Das Arpita Das Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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I suffer from mild stomach burning sometimes, so I want to avoid highly acidic fruits. I know lemons and oranges are high in acid, but what about sweet lime (mosambi)? Does that also cause acidity if eaten on an empty stomach?

Harish Patel Harish Patel Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Fruits like pineapples, plums, and oranges have a high acid content which can irritate a sensitive stomach lining. I usually suggest people balance their diet with alkaline foods like bananas or papayas. If you have chronic acid reflux, it is better to discuss a proper meal plan with a dietitian.

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Rajeshwari Rao Rajeshwari Rao Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I ignored my severe acidity for months and it eventually turned into a painful stomach ulcer. Oranges and tomatoes were making it much worse. Please get yourself checked by a doctor if you are having regular acid issues, don't just rely on changing fruits.

Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about this! Citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and pineapples are the main ones with high acid levels. If you love them, just don't have them first thing in the morning and you should be totally fine.

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Rohan Mehta Rohan Mehta Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Pineapple and kiwi are quite high in acid and can trigger reflux for some. Along with avoiding these late at night, I find that a gentle 15-minute walk after meals really helps digest things better and keeps acidity down. Just check with your doc before starting any heavy physical activity.

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