Natural yogurt with raw almonds, whole grain slice with peanut butter (no added s alt, sugar)… Sounds delicious, right? We consume combinations of foods every day. Some of them are harmful, but there are those that improve our he alth. After the age of 30, not only our metabolism changes, but also a number of other processes in the body. That's why we can't afford to ignore the food we eat.
Today in our he alth column, we are sharing some he althy food combinations to eat after 30.
Tomatoes and Avocado
Delicious tomatoes are rich in lycopene, carotenoids that are antioxidants and reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. If you have noticed, the way of eating in the Mediterranean culture includes the combination of avocados and tomatoes. According to scientists, lycopene is better absorbed when there is some fat added to it like olive oil, avocado.
Oatmeal and fresh orange juice
An American study shows that consuming fresh orange, which is rich in vitamin C, in combination with oatmeal helps to clean the arteries and reduce the risk of a heart attack.
Both products contain compounds called phenols. They help stabilize so-called bad cholesterol when consumed together.
Blueberries and grapes
According to specialists, the combination of some fruits provides more he alth benefits than if we consume only one type of fruit, since this increases the antioxidant capacity. Undoubtedly, some of the most useful fruits are blueberries and grapes. They provide us with important antioxidants that help strengthen blood vessels, reduce the risk of blood clots, take care of eye he alth, control blood sugar (blueberries). The delicious fruits are also rich in vitamins A, C, K, folic acid, resveratrol.
Red meat and rosemary
We love to prepare juicy steaks on the grill, grill, pan, in the oven. You've probably heard that, according to some scientists, charred meat has carcinogens that can cause cancer. On the other hand, meat goes well with rosemary. The herb contains valuable antioxidants, such as carnosic acid, which is believed to reduce cancer-causing heterocyclic amines.
Chocolate and apples
If you like the combination of chocolate and fruit, you can try not only the one with strawberries, but also with apples. Apples, especially red ones, are high in an anti-inflammatory flavonoid called quercetin. This compound reduces the risk of allergies, heart problems, prostate and lung cancer.
On the other hand, chocolate with a high cocoa content, grapes, red wine, provide us with a flavonoid called catechin. It is a powerful antioxidant that reduces the risks of atherosclerosis and cancer.
Quinoa and fish
Quinoa is gluten free and great for your diet. Its consumption will provide you with magnesium, iron, vitamin B2, reduces the risk of cancer and heart problems. It also contains lysine, an alpha amino acid that helps tissue growth and repair. Quinoa is suitable for consumption if you also suffer from constipation.
What to combine it with? Try with fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel, trout. Fish is high in vitamin D. According to studies, the sunshine vitamin reduces the risk of cancer.
Broccoli and tomatoes
A delicious combination that reduces the risk of developing prostate cancer.
