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Can milk be consumed after eating non vegetarian food?

Dr Promila Seth
Former Consultant Dietician, RML Hospital, New Delhi

Q: Many people say that one should not eat meat, fish, chicken or eggs in one meal and one should not consume milk even after 2 hours of eating non-vegetarian food. Is this type of eating harmful in any way?

A:Eating meat, chicken and fish at one meal is not a problem, unless you are allergic to one of the things or if you have high blood pressure or you are a heart patient. Then meat has to be strictly avoided. And chicken/fish should also be cooked in safe and less oil. Tandoori items are more preferable.Regarding drinking of milk after non-vegetarian food, it is not recommended for at least 12 hours, it may react high if you consume it immediately after eating fish. Please avoid to be on the safer side.