Food combining advocates that we should only consume one concentrated food with vegetables in the same meal. Protein-rich tofu and starchy cake are both considered concentrated foods, and eating them together will inevitably lead to weight gain.
When it comes to food, women generally have some basic knowledge, such as which foods brighten the complexion, which cause weight gain, and which lead to pigmentation and dark spots... However, they might not be as well-versed in how to pair foods. In reality, some foods are nutritionally complete on their own, but when combined with other foods, they can have a significant "skin-damaging" effect.
Seafood + Fruit
Seafood like fish, shrimp, and algae are rich in nutrients such as protein and calcium. If consumed with fruits containing tannic acid, not only is the nutritional value of the protein reduced, but the calcium in the seafood can also bind with the tannic acid to form a new, indigestible substance. This substance can irritate the stomach and cause discomfort. Fruits high in tannic acid include persimmons, grapes, pomegranates, hawthorn, and green olives. Milk + Orange
Drinking milk and then immediately eating oranges causes the protein in the milk to meet the citric acid and Vitamin C in the orange, solidifying into clumps that affect digestion and absorption.
Weight-Gain Causing Combinations: Cake + Tofu
This is related to food classification. One method categorizes foods as either concentrated or non-concentrated. Besides fruits and vegetables, all other foods such as meat, dairy, and grains are considered concentrated foods.
Food combining, however, advocates that we should only consume one concentrated food with vegetables in the same meal. Protein-rich tofu and starchy cake are both concentrated foods, so eating them together will inevitably lead to weight gain. Soda + Chocolate
Regardless of the flavor, chocolate is a high-calorie, high-sugar, and high-fat food and should not be consumed with high-sugar beverages like soda or juice. Pairing chocolate with a cup of hot tea is a good choice.