Food Combinations (Part 2)

In our previous article we mentioned one of the methods in nutrition that optimizes the digestion process of food, the "Food Combinations" method. Before we continue, I would like to emphasize a very important point that can ease dietary changes, which is, the willingness to make a change begins with a change in thinking. In other words, deciding that we will adapt ourselves to the digestive system and not that the digestive system will adapt to our desires.

In this context, we touched a bit on the appropriate combination for protein foods. This time I want to focus on the appropriate combinations for starchy foods, which include wheat, barley, rice, potatoes, sweet potatoes, and more. Starch is the central food that appears on our table in various forms: as a first course, as an addition to a main course, as a dessert at the end of a meal, or as a snack between meals. Eating large amounts of starch in improper combinations leads to obesity, inefficient digestion, and may even develop various intestinal problems. Therefore, it is advisable to combine starchy foods with fresh and steamed vegetables. A small amount of fatty food can also be added, with the best options being avocado or homemade tahini (from raw tahini).

Another common but not good combination is that after a protein-rich meal, usually meat, and after a starchy meal, most people eat a "dessert" in the form of a cake, fruits, and the like, usually when they are already quite full.

Well, it is advisable to avoid this habit, especially for those with a sensitive digestive system, because these foods linger in the stomach and the digestive system for a long time, and then the sweet food begins to ferment, gases appear, and unpleasant sensations occur in the digestive system. This indicates that fruits should not be combined with other foods. Fruits should be eaten only with fruits.

In summary: The approach that says anything considered food is appropriate to eat in any condition with any food is not correct. To enable food to be properly digested, it should be given a suitable digestive environment. We must carefully select suitable food combinations and avoid those that are not suitable.

Eliyahu Shechter is an iridologist and natural therapist