Drinking soy milk on an empty stomach
If consumed on an empty stomach, the protein in soy milk can only be used as a source of energy instead of starch, and cannot truly perform its function of building new tissues and repairing old ones. This not only leads to a waste of protein but also disrupts the body's nutritional balance, adding to the burden on the digestive and urinary systems. Eggs with milk
Both eggs and milk are highly nutritious, but consuming them together is not advisable, and it also lacks sufficient energy. The main components of dairy and eggs are protein, which is absorbed and converted at a slower rate than starch. Therefore, eating them together cannot provide the body with energy quickly, and it's also a waste as they are merely used for calories. Eating soy milk and eggs together
Many people enjoy eating soy milk and eggs together, but this is highly unscientific. When consumed together, the avidin in eggs binds with the trypsin in soy milk, causing them to lose their original nutritional value. Tofu with scallions
Tofu with scallions is a popular dish, but tofu is rich in calcium. When mixed with scallions, the oxalic acid in the scallions combines with the calcium to form calcium oxalate, which is not easily absorbed by the human body. Scaling fish when eating
It's unscientific to scrape the scales off fish completely when eating. In fact, fish scales contain lecithin, calcium, phosphorus, and unsaturated fatty acids, just like the fish itself. They are beneficial for controlling the decline of brain cells, promoting brain cell development, and enhancing memory. Therefore, when eating fish, you can scrape off the scales, wash them, and simmer them slowly over a low flame to make a jelly-like substance. It can be eaten with vinegar, scallions, ginger, salt, soy sauce, etc., or cooked along with the fish flesh. High-temperature cooking
Most of our daily diet consists of cooked food, and salt is usually added during cooking rather than at the table. This can destroy the iodine in the food, leading to iodine deficiency. Iodine is a main component of the thyroid gland. A deficiency can lead to hypothyroidism, irritability, and a decline in intelligence. Preserved foods
Preserved foods are a major feature of Chinese culinary culture. However, during the pickling process, salt can easily be converted into nitrites. After consumption, and with the catalytic action of enzymes in the body, nitrites react with various substances to form carcinogenic nitrosamines. Excessive consumption can lead to cancer and premature aging.