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3036: How to Maximize Nutrient Absorption and Food Combinations to Improve Digestion
Episode 3036

3036: How to Maximize Nutrient Absorption and Food Combinations to Improve Digestion

Dr. Neal Malik breaks down the science behind food combining and how strategic pairings like protein with carbs or iron with vitamin C

Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition · Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

July 4, 202510m 25s

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Episode 3036:

Dr. Neal Malik breaks down the science behind food combining and how strategic pairings like protein with carbs or iron with vitamin C can boost digestion, nutrient absorption, and blood sugar control. He also debunks common myths around vegetarian protein and reveals how to get the most out of turmeric’s anti-inflammatory benefits.

Quotes to ponder:

"Combining certain foods may change how they are absorbed by the body."

"When we eat a combination of plant-based foods, we still get all the protein the body needs."

"Consuming turmeric with black pepper dramatically increases its rate of absorption."

Episode references:

Golden Milk Benefits (Healthline): https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/golden-milk-turmeric

USDA Nutrient Database: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

National Institutes of Health - Office of Dietary Supplements: https://ods.od.nih.gov

The American College of Sports Medicine: https://www.acsm.org

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