Food pairing on the table requires attention; the right combinations can help us get more nutrition. Incorrect pairings not only cause food to lose its nutritional value but can even be harmful to the body.
1 Fish + Tofu
Effect: Enhances flavor, supplements calcium, and can prevent various bone diseases such as rickets in children and osteoporosis.
Principle: Tofu contains a large amount of calcium, but its absorption rate is low when eaten alone. When consumed with fish, which is rich in vitamin D, the absorption and utilization of calcium are significantly enhanced. 2 Pork Liver + Spinach
Effect: Prevents and treats anemia.
Principle: Pork liver is rich in folic acid, vitamin B12, and iron, which are essential for blood production. Spinach also contains significant amounts of folic acid and iron. Eating these two foods together, one meat and one vegetable, complements each other. 3 Lamb + Ginger
Effect: An excellent tonic for winter, can treat cold pain in the lower back and limbs, and rheumatic pain.
Principle: Lamb can replenish qi and blood and warm the kidneys. Ginger has the effects of relieving pain and dispelling wind and dampness. When eaten together, ginger not only removes the gamey smell but also helps lamb's warming and cold-dispelling properties. 4 Chicken + Chestnuts
Effect: Nourishes the blood and body, suitable for people with anemia.
Principle: Chicken is a food that nourishes blood and restores vitality, while chestnuts focus on strengthening the spleen. Braised chicken with chestnuts is not only delicious but also enhances blood production, with old hen and chestnuts being particularly effective. 5 Duck + Chinese Yam
Effect: Nourishes yin and moistens the lungs, suitable for individuals with a weak constitution.
Principle: Duck nourishes yin and can clear heat and relieve coughing. Chinese yam has a stronger yin-nourishing effect. When eaten with duck, it can reduce greasiness and effectively nourish the lungs. 6 Lean Meat + Garlic
Effect: Promotes blood circulation, relieves physical fatigue, and strengthens the body.
Principle: Lean meat contains vitamin B1. When combined with allicin in garlic, it not only increases the release of vitamin B1 and extends its duration in the body but also promotes blood circulation, quickly relieves fatigue, and enhances physical strength. 7 Eggs + Lily Bulb
Effect: Nourishes yin and moistens dryness, clears the mind and calms the spirit.
Principle: Lily bulb can clear phlegm-heat and tonify deficiency, while the egg yolk can alleviate vexation and heat, and nourish yin and blood. Together, they are more effective at clearing the mind and nourishing yin. 8 Sesame + Seaweed
Effect: Promotes beauty and prevents aging.
Principle: Sesame can improve blood circulation, boost metabolism, and lower cholesterol. Seaweed is rich in iodine and calcium, which can purify the blood and promote the synthesis of thyroid hormones. Consuming them together enhances the beautifying and anti-aging effects. 9 Tofu + Radish
Effect: Aids digestion.
Principle: Tofu is rich in plant protein, which can cause indigestion for people with a weak digestive system. Radish has a strong digestive ability. When cooked together, it allows the nutrients in tofu to be absorbed more effectively. 10 Red Wine + Peanuts
Effect: Beneficial for the heart.
Principle: Red wine contains components similar to aspirin, and peanuts contain a beneficial compound called resveratrol. Eating them together can prevent blood clots and ensure cardiovascular health.