1. Alkaline and Acid Pairing The human body must maintain a slightly alkaline state, with a pH value of around 7.3 being optimal. If the blood is acidic, blood viscosity and cholesterol levels tend to be higher, leading to fatigue and a weakened immune system. Most non-vegetarian dishes are acidic foods (with the exception of dairy products and blood products), rich in protein, carbohydrates, and fat. During festive seasons, it's crucial not to have large amounts of meat and fish at every meal; alkaline foods should be paired with them to achieve a balance in the body's acid-base levels. Among these, seaweed has the highest alkaline content, followed by green vegetables, lettuce, celery, mushrooms, carrots, radishes, and more.
2. Potassium and Sodium Pairing The salt intake of residents in our country is already high, more than double the amount recommended by the World Health Organization. During festivals, as more side dishes are consumed, salt intake increases, leading to higher sodium levels in the blood, which is not conducive to maintaining normal blood pressure. Potassium, however, is a nemesis to sodium, as it helps expel excess sodium from the body. Vegetables rich in potassium include seaweed, kelp, mushrooms, asparagus, pea shoots, lettuce, celery, and more.
3. "High-Fiber" and "Low-Fiber" Pairing Non-vegetarian dishes lack dietary fiber, and poultry, livestock, and aquatic products are all considered "low-fiber foods." Consuming too much of these can lead to constipation, causing toxic waste to remain in the intestines for too long. This increases the absorption of toxins by the intestinal lining, which can easily诱发 colon cancer. In contrast, coarse fiber foods are "high-fiber foods," and eating more of them can counteract the harm caused by "low-fiber foods." Foods rich in coarse fiber mainly include millet, corn, oatmeal, peanuts, fruits, cabbage, radishes, and more.