7 Foods That Are Healthier When Paired
It seems that there are many healthy foods that actually work better when they are paired. The following is a list of foods that make powerful combinations when paired.
- Turmeric and black pepper
Making the food spicier is definitely good for the health and it looks like turmeric and black pepper make a strong healthy team that can fight inflammations easily. The main reason behind the effectiveness of this combination is the fact that turmeric strengthens its anti-inflammatory properties and provides longer effects when combined with pepper.
- Tofu and chili peppers
A recent Korean study has confirmed that the combination of tofu and chili peppers is excellent for alleviating inflammatory processes in the body and all thanks to the amazing pairing of capsaicin, an antioxidant found in chili peppers and genistein – a phytoestrogen that belongs to the group of isoflavones found in soy products.
- Grapefruit and chicken
If you have a feeling that your energy level is critically low, you can fix the situation by using coenzyme Q10 (which is found in a natural form in chicken, pork and fish) and grapefruit. A study conducted in Japan has confirmed that the citrus fruit enhances the absorption of coenzyme Q10 for up to 50%.
- Strawberries and spinach
Now this is a very unusual combination, but it sure does wonder for your health. If you are very sleepy and you simply can’t keep your eyes open while you are at work, it is very likely that your body lacks iron. Lack of iron in the system can also lead to headaches and constant fatigue, but there is a simple solution. The combination of strawberries and young spinach can significantly raise the level of iron in the body because spinach is packed with iron while strawberries are rich in vitamin C which promotes better absorption of iron.
- Tomatoes and olive oil
Forget about the expensive commercial cosmetics and treatments with the help of the Mediterranean diet which includes huge amounts of tomatoes and olive oil. Tomatoes contain huge amounts of lycopene, a phytochemical that promoted skin health and reduces the effects of sunburns and skin aging. When tomatoes are consumed together with olive oil the effects are increased.
- Grilled meat and rosemary
This herb used as spice will not only improve the taste of any meat, but it is a very strong antioxidant that can neutralize HCA (heterocyclic amines) – carcinogenic compounds found in grilled meat.
- Fish and wine
Feel free to have a glass of wine with your fish dinner because in this way you will increase the concentration of the healthy omega-3 fatty acids. This is something that was recently discovered by Italian scientists. Their study has determined that the components found in fish that are healthy for the heart are absorbed in a better way when they are combined with a glass of wine. However, you should stay away from other types of alcohol because they can produce counter-effects or no effects at all.