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For what reasons might watermelon or even cucumbers give me such indigestion?

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Cucurbitacin: Watermelons and cucumbers both contain a compound called cucurbitacin. Many people react to cucurbitacins, suffering gas and indigestion.

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Answered 8/19/2018

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