Needless to say, the nutritional value of milk is well-known, but a scientific diet focuses on pairing. If we can leverage the nutrition of milk and pair it with other delicious foods for better and faster nutrient absorption, wouldn't that be wonderful? Today, I'll teach everyone how to pair milk with other foods using scientific methods to eat your way to health and beauty.
When paired well with other foods, there are also health and beauty benefits. Japanese registered dietitian Maki Shibata introduces several pairings of milk with other ingredients.
Milk and banana smoothie. Vegetables and bananas are rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants, which can promote intestinal peristalsis, speed up the detoxification process, and have beautifying effects. Moreover, milk is rich in protein and many essential fat-soluble vitamins, which can keep the skin smooth and moisturized. The whey in milk is also very effective in reducing facial wrinkles. Drinking a smoothie of banana and milk together can also help relieve constipation.
Milk with black tea and ginger slices to prevent colds. Research shows that black tea is rich in antioxidants, which can enhance the body's resistance and has a certain effect against the flu. The spicy and sweat-inducing ginger also helps to ward off cold. Therefore, brewing a cup of hot black tea, adding milk, and steeping two slices of ginger is a great remedy for preventing colds.
Boiling milk with a piece of chocolate to lift your mood. When you're feeling down, try simmering milk with one or two milk candies over low heat until the candies melt to create a rich and sweet milk drink. For those who like coffee or chocolate, you can substitute with a small packet of instant coffee or a small piece of chocolate to cook with the milk for a refreshing and invigorating effect.