As spring arrives, the weather is unpredictable, and the body's resistance tends to decrease, making it even more important to pay attention to dietary "taboos". Here, the author has compiled some small tips on dietary pairings for readers' reference. The movie "Double Diet" was very popular, and its "killer recipes" attracted much attention. Although this contains artistic exaggeration, the film also reminds the general audience to be mindful of food incompatibilities and to avoid unintentionally harming themselves and their families through their meals.
Scallions + Tofu, Spinach + Tofu
Do not mix chopped scallions with tofu, and do not cook spinach and tofu together in a soup. This is because the oxalic acid in scallions and spinach can easily bind with the calcium in tofu to form insoluble calcium oxalate, which affects the body's absorption of calcium. Long-term consumption can easily lead to stones.
Tomatoes + Cucumbers
Tomatoes are rich in vitamin C, while cucumbers contain an enzyme that breaks down vitamin C. If eaten together, it is not conducive to the absorption of vitamin C.
Spinach + Cucumbers
Spinach is quite high in vitamin C. If eaten with cucumbers, it will destroy the body's absorption of vitamin C.
Cucumbers + Peanuts
Cucumbers are considered a "cold" food in nature, and peanuts contain a relatively high amount of oil. The interaction between "cold" foods and oils can easily cause diarrhea.
Chili Peppers + Cucumbers, Chili Peppers + Pumpkin
Chili peppers are rich in vitamin C. Eating them with cucumbers will affect the body's absorption of vitamin C.
Pumpkin contains a rich amount of vitamin C-decomposing enzyme. Eating it with chili peppers will also destroy the vitamin C in the peppers.
Spinach + Dried Shrimp
Spinach contains a significant amount of oxalic acid, and dried shrimp contains calcium. When eaten together, they can easily form calcium oxalate precipitate, which is not beneficial for the body's absorption of calcium.
Bananas + Potatoes
Eating bananas and potatoes together can cause spots to appear on the face.
Red Beans + Salt
Red beans have certain medicinal effects, promoting heart function, and acting as a diuretic to reduce swelling. However, if salt is added, their medicinal effects will be diminished.
Millet + Almonds
Millet can strengthen the spleen, harmonize the stomach, and promote sleep. Almonds are a good remedy for treating cold-related lung diseases and clearing heat and detoxifying. However, eating them together can cause vomiting and nausea.
Soy Milk + Egg Whites
Soy milk contains casein, which can inhibit the body's absorption of the protein found in egg whites.