Nowadays, we have virtually endless possibilities of combining various food products. In supermarkets, not only regional and seasonal products are available, but also foreign and exotic ones. Thanks to this, our cuisine certainly becomes diverse and interesting, but you must remember that food interacts with each other, affecting the bioavailability of minerals and vitamins, i.e. the ability of our body to use nutrients. Among nutritionists there is a very good saying, “You are not what you eat but what you digest.” Bad combinations can cause weakness of the digestive tract, decreased immunity, weight gain and many health problems. On the other hand, however, well-selected food products mutually improve the absorption of nutrients causing increased benefits.
Here is one example of the correct combination: turmeric & black pepper
Advantage: an aromatic meal perfect for maintaining mental performance
Turmeric is one of those spices that should be in every kitchen. Remember, however, to use it in combination with black pepper, because pepper increases assimilation of active compounds contained in turmeric by a thousand times. The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric have been known for many years. This spice also reduces bad cholesterol and improves liver function. But that’s not all the benefits of this yellow rhizome. Recent scientific studies show that turmeric helps counteract the development of Alzheimer’s disease. So if you care about maintaining mental performance for many years, add turmeric and black pepper to your dishes!
