Some food associations go without saying: milk and cookies, carrots and houmous, tomatoes and mozzarella … But without knowing it, you may be making an error by associating other dishes between them. Risk? Certain interactions sabotage the absorption of nutrients you would need. Others, on the contrary, generate an excessive intake of certain macronutrients or micronutrients. Here are the interactions to avoid to keep a good balance, according to our expert.
Milk and citrus
A glass of milk accompanied by some mandarins may seem a healthy snack. And yet. The association can cause coagulation of milk protein “which can cause digestive disorders or bloating “ Confirms Alexandra Murcier, dietician-nutritionist. Indeed, coagulation occurs because citric acid of citrus causes the agglutination of casein protein milk. This curd milk can be more difficult to digest. “In this case, you can just advise to replace milk with vegetable milk”.
Dark chocolate and milk
You certainly know that dark chocolate is good for cardiovascular health. The flavonoids contained in high quality dark chocolate (more than 70 % cocoa) contribute in particular to reducing blood pressure. But be careful not to bite it again with a glass of milk. Because unfortunately the milk proteins cancel the benefits of chocolate for the heart. “There is a less good absorption of antioxidants” recognizes our expert. That being said, there is another solution when you want to fill up on antioxidants according to the nutritionist. “Exit dark chocolate (which should be eaten in quantity) and milk. If you really aim, bet as much as possible on fruits and vegetables!”.
Coffee and fruit
For many, it is usual to get started in the morning with a coffee and a touch of sweet, like a fruit, for the pep. An error according to experts. Indeed, if caffeine wakes you up, rapid digestion carbohydrates create an illusion of lasting energy … to collapse quickly behind. “”But this is valid whatever the sugar intake (fruit, cookie, tartine of jam …) .. we can therefore say that we must avoid the carbohydrate combination with high glycemic index + coffee to avoid the drop in energy in the morning. I rather recommend a salted or protein breakfast. “
Dairy product and lenses
Your meal consists of legumes such as lenses and a dairy product? It is not dangerous, but it is not ideal. “In reality, it is the association of dairy and vegetable iron products that poses a problem” explains the expert, “Because the calcium contained in dairy products inhibits the absorption of non -hemine iron (contained in plants)”. Note if you bet on iron lenses.
Fries and soda
You probably tend to crack for a soda when you succumb to a fast food, or a dish with fries. For Alexandra Murcier, it’s really not a rich idea. “It is not a question of feeling guilty of the person. But simple carbohydrates associated with excess lipids (fries + soda for example) cause a rapid increase in blood sugar, therefore a large production of insulin. Result, this promotes lipogenesis and weight gain”. Better to know what you are exposing yourself.
Alcohol and caffeine
Finally for those who are used to watching, know that the alcohol and caffeine association is particularly harmful. For what ? Because caffeine is a stimulant while alcohol is a depressant. Caffeine can therefore hide part of the perceived drunkenness, falsely giving the impression of being less drunk. Which can lead to drinking more. “”We can also highlight the misdeeds of energy drinks which, in addition to caffeine, contain a lot of sugar. A contribution that accentuates reaction hypoglycemia due to alcohol ” concludes our expert.