Fruit combining; how to optimally combine fruits fir better digestion, absorption & assimilation

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You can eat all the healthy food there is, but if you don't digest and assimilate it properly you don't get to enjoy its benefits. Food combining is very important for your body to more optimally digest, absorb and assimilate the nutrients from your food. If digestion is impaired (if you are experiencing gas and bloating, IBS symptoms, indigestion, burping etc) life can become quite miserable and you don't get to receive the vitamins and minerals from your food.

Fruits are nutrient-dense powerhouses, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Their rich nutritional profile supports overall health, fortifying the immune system, aiding digestion, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Regular consumption of a diverse range of fruits can help combat inflammation, protect against heart diseases, and even ward off certain cancers. In essence, fruits are nature's medicine, offering a delicious way to bolster health and prevent illness.

Fruit combining is very useful especially if you are enjoying smoothies or fruit salads. Combining fruits wisely is important! 

Understanding Fruits & Digestion:

Speed of Digestion:

• Fruits are made up of simple sugars, water, and fiber, which means they digest more quickly than more complex foods like proteins and fats.
• When fruits are eaten with slower-digesting foods, they can sit in the stomach and ferment, potentially leading to gas, bloating, and discomfort.

Types of Fruits:

• Acidic Fruits (citrus fruits, pineapples, strawberries, pomegranates): Digest quickly and are best eaten away from sweet fruits and most other foods.
• Sub-Acidic Fruits (apples, pears, cherries, grapes): These can be combined with sweet fruits or acidic fruits but not both at the same time.
• Sweet Fruits (bananas, figs, dates, raisins): Take longer to digest than acidic and sub-acidic fruits. Best not combined with other fruit types.
• Melons (cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew): These are in a category of their own. They digest even faster than most fruits, so the rule of thumb is to eat them alone.

Optimal Consumption:

• For the best digestion, consume fruits on an empty stomach, especially as a morning meal or snack. This way, the stomach is free of slower-digesting foods, and fruits can pass through quickly without any hindrance.
• If you've eaten other foods, it's recommended to wait a couple of hours before having fruit.

Sugar Spike Myth-Busting:

• Natural vs. Processed: Fruits contain fructose, a natural sugar, coupled with fiber, vitamins, and water which slow its absorption, unlike refined sugars which can spike blood glucose rapidly.
• Fiber & Phytonutrients: These heroes in fruits ensure a slow and steady sugar release, preventing abrupt blood sugar hikes.

• Fruit's Protective Armor :

• All-Cause Mortality: Studies have consistently shown that higher fruit consumption is linked with reduced risks of various diseases, leading to a longer, healthier life.
• Diabetes Shield: Contrary to some beliefs, fruits have been found protective against type 2 diabetes, thanks to their array of beneficial compounds.