| One should follow the rules of food combination | | | | hand, the digestion of proteins takes place in stomach. |
| otherwise even good nutritious food may produce | | | | Let us consider a meal that contains large quantities of |
| toxic materials as a result of decomposition in the | | | | both carbohydrates and proteins. If it is masticated |
| digestive tract. | | | | properly, the enzymes in the saliva in the mouth carry |
| Food is necessary for the body. It should serve two | | | | out partial digestion of the carbohydrates. But if the |
| purposes — supply all essential nutrients to the | | | | food is swallowed without adequate mastication, the |
| body and maintain the acid-alkali balance in the blood. | | | | carbohydrates will remain undigested in the stomach |
| The body requires five essential nutrients — | | | | while the proteins are being digested. They will, |
| proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. But | | | | therefore decay and produce toxic materials. |
| sometimes the food rich in these nutrients contradict | | | | - Carbohydrates should never be mixed with sour |
| each other. There is a term selection of food | | | | foods. - Large amount of proteins should not be taken |
| combination’ that will explains the topic in detail. | | | | simultaneously with large amounts of fats.- Protein rich |
| There are many food combinations that may cause | | | | foods should not be ingested with sour fruits. |
| ill-effects to the health. | | | | One should follow the above rules of food combination |
| Rules of food combination | | | | to avoid the formation of any toxic material. These |
| One can have proper digestion only if he follows the | | | | rules must be followed by people with weaker |
| rules of food combination. If these are violated, even | | | | constitution or weaker digestive powers. |
| good nutritious food may produce toxic materials as a | | | | Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health |
| result of decomposition in the digestive tract. For | | | | advice and is for general information only. Always |
| instance, there is no enzyme in the stomach which can | | | | seek the insights of a qualified health professional |
| digest carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are digested | | | | before embarking on any health program. |
| either in the mouth or in the small intestine. On the other | | | | |