You probably already know that tomatoes and broccoli are both healthy foods. “Both are rich sources of antioxidants, believed to combat cancer.” But did you know that combining the two vegetables, consuming them together, is considerably more effective in slowing tumor growth? Our bodies are a chemical experiment that depends heavily on what we consume in order to function, to survive and to combat the many diseases that invade our systems. By eating healthily, we stand a better chance of fighting and defeating many of the deadly diseases like cancer. But, by combining certain foods, we increase their power punch impact on our body’s health and well-being. This is known as synergy: the interaction of elements, in this case, foods, to increase the benefits from the combined total effect.
But what foods work well together? Eating right and healthily is a science in itself. To understand and appreciate the benefits of combining foods for a more effective dose of nutrients and energy, Nevine Elchibini’s book, Food Synergies At Work: Powerful Food Combinations for Better Health, is a much-needed resource for everyone who wants to improve their positive healthy eating habits. From combining oats with tea and chocolate with apples, the author, a naturopath expert, explains the benefits of specific food combinations. By including tasty recipes and colorful illustrations, the science of food synergy is described and explained efficiently with excellent examples to increase the reader’s comprehension. Each recipe, with ingredients listed and procedure well described, is also accompanied by valuable synergy information. An excellent resource for those who want to eat both tasty and healthy foods.