Can cucumbers and tomatoes be eaten together?

Cucumbers and tomatoes can generally be eaten together. Cucumber is a common vegetable rich in carbohydrates, water, dietary fiber, various vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. It has functions such as promoting bowel movement and diuresis. Tomatoes contain abundant trace elements (such as calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamins), lycopene, folic acid, cellulose, carotene, and other nutrients. Eating cucumbers and tomatoes together can comprehensively supplement various nutrients required by the body, promote gastrointestinal motility, help maintain regular bowel movements, enhance metabolic rate, and assist in weight loss and weight management.

However, moderation is important. Excessive consumption may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract, causing indigestion symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Cucumbers contain an enzyme that breaks down vitamin C, which can degrade the vitamin C content in other vegetables. While this effect is not significant when consumed in moderate amounts, long-term excessive intake may reduce the absorption and utilization of vitamin C in tomatoes. Additionally, clean and fresh cucumbers and tomatoes should be selected for consumption, avoiding unripe or spoiled produce, which may harm human health and potentially cause gastrointestinal dysfunction.