Combining certain foods can sometimes cause more harm than good. Believe it or not, some of your favorite food pairings might be behind your digestive woes. Here are a handful of food combinations that could be causing you discomfort and why you should think twice before eating them together.
Tomatoes and Cucumbers
These popular salad staples have different digestion times, which can lead to a digestive traffic jam in your stomach, causing bloating and gas. Keep them separate for smoother sailing.
Fruit After a Meal
Think fruit is the perfect dessert? Think again! Eating fruit right after a meal can cause it to ferment in your stomach, leading to bloating and indigestion. Save it for a standalone snack.
Milk and Citrus
Combining milk with citrus fruits like oranges can cause the milk to curdle in your stomach, leading to discomfort and digestive issues. Your tummy will thank you for keeping these apart.
Beans and Cheese
Love cheesy bean burritos? Unfortunately, both beans and cheese are heavy on the stomach and hard to digest, leading to a gas and bloating double whammy. Enjoy them separately for a happier gut.
Bananas and Milk
This classic smoothie combo can actually slow down digestion and produce toxins, leaving you feeling sluggish and heavy. Maybe rethink that banana milkshake.
Yogurt and Fruit
Adding fruit to your yogurt might seem healthy, but the acidity in fruit can interfere with the digestion of yogurt, causing digestive issues and reducing its probiotic benefits. Go for plain yogurt instead.
Meat and Potatoes
Steak and potatoes might be a classic combo, but protein and starch require different digestive enzymes, leading to indigestion, gas, and bloating when eaten together. Consider separating your proteins and carbs.
Bread and Jam
This high-carb duo can spike your blood sugar levels, leading to a quick energy crash and potential weight gain. Opt for a more balanced breakfast to keep your energy steady.
Pasta and Tomatoes
The acidity in tomato sauce can cause the starch in pasta to ferment, leading to indigestion and bloating. Try a non-tomato-based sauce for a smoother pasta experience.
Melons and Any Other Food
Melons digest very quickly and should be eaten alone. Mixing them with other foods can cause fermentation and digestive distress. Enjoy melons as a solo act for best results.
Spinach and Dairy
The oxalates in spinach can bind with calcium in dairy, preventing both nutrients from being absorbed and potentially leading to kidney stones. Keep your spinach and dairy separate for better nutrient absorption.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
