You should always avoid these 5 food combinations

Although some foods can be very beneficial for our health, there are some combinations which should never be consumed. Sometimes, the protein structure of two foods is difficult to digest, which is why the combinations should be avoided. Here are 5 food combinations you should stay away from:

Lime and cough medicine

Limes can block the enzymes that break down statins, while cough medicine such as dextromethorphan can accumulate in the bloodstream if statins aren’t broken down properly, causing massive damage to the liver.

Dairy products and antibiotics

Some antibiotics can bind to iron, calcium and other minerals in dairy products, which will prevent the full absorption of the drugs and reduce your body’s ability to fight infections. Whenever you’re prescribed a new medication, you should ask your doctor what class it falls in. If it’s tetracycline or fluoroquinolone, you shouldn’t take it with milk or yogurt.

Lentils and red wine

Red wine is rich in tannins, rare compounds that can inhibit the absorption of iron from plants like soybeans or lentils.

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