Can patients with gastric ulcers eat watermelon?

Generally speaking, patients with gastric ulcers can eat watermelon. The details are as follows:

Watermelon is a common fruit containing water, vitamins, minerals, and no substances that can irritate the stomach. For patients with mild gastric ulcers or those in a stable phase of the disease without obvious symptoms such as stomach pain or excessive stomach acid, moderate consumption of watermelon is acceptable. Watermelon contains abundant water, vitamins, and minerals, which help replenish nutrients and promote water balance in the digestive tract.

When consuming watermelon, care should be taken to avoid excessive intake. Eating too much watermelon, which contains large amounts of water, may lead to diarrhea and other symptoms. Patients with deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach might experience abdominal pain and other symptoms from overconsumption, which could worsen the condition of gastric ulcers.

In daily life, if the gastric ulcer is in the active stage and accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal pain, acid reflux, and stomach burning, it is not advisable to eat watermelon. Although watermelon is weakly acidic, it may irritate the ulcer surface. At the same time, patients with gastric ulcers should focus on dietary regulation, mainly consuming light, easily digestible, and nutrient-rich foods. They should also develop good living habits, ensure adequate sleep, engage in appropriate physical exercise, and promote the recovery of gastric ulcers.