There is no substitute for vegetables in keeping the body healthy, and they belong in the daily diet. Each vegetable brings different nutrients, which is why health-conscious people always include them in their meals.

Many people trying to lose weight now cut carbohydrates and put more protein and vitamins on their plate, eating less rice and bread and more vegetables and leafy greens.

But did you know that eating too many vegetables can also cause trouble? Here are the vegetables that can harm the body when eaten in excess.

Mushrooms are a favourite with the health-conscious and are used in all kinds of dishes. They contain vitamin D and many other nutrients. But people with allergies may have problems eating them, and some mushrooms are so poisonous that even touching them is dangerous.

For many, food lacks flavour without a slice of lemon on the plate every day. Everyone knows that vitamin C-rich lemon boosts immunity, but too much of its acidic content can do harm, especially by eroding the teeth. Some people drink lemon juice in hot water on an empty stomach to raise their metabolism, but for those with gastric problems this can cause indigestion and stomach pain.

Cauliflower is now in the market. It is very low in carbohydrates and very good for people who want to lose weight. But it contains a substance that can cause indigestion, so eating too much of it can lead to a heavy stomach, acidity and other problems. Some people also have trouble eating cauliflower in the rainy season or in summer.

Bright red beetroot is highly nutritious, and anyone trying to lose weight will have it in their diet. But eating too much of it can also bring various side effects.

Carrots contain beta-carotene, and too much of it in the body can turn the skin orange. Carrots, full of vitamin C, keep the teeth and eyes healthy, but they too are best eaten in measure.

Source: Jagonews24. First published in Bengali on The Agro News.