6 Food Combos to Optimize Nutrient Absorption

Learn how to pair foods to get the most nutrition from your meals.

By Julie Brown, MS, RDN | Experience LifeApril 14, 2020

Some nutrients are easier for your body to absorb when paired with others. Try these food combos for some powerful synergy.

Nutrients	Food Combos
Probiotics + insulin	Greek yogurt + sliced banana
Fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K + healthy fat	Leafy greens + avocado
Iron + vitamin C	Steak + bell pepper
Sulforaphanes + selenium	Brussels sprouts + salmon
Lycopene + healthy fat	Tomatoes sautéed in olive oil
Vitamin D + calcium	Eggs + broccoli

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This originally appeared as “The Importance of Bioavailability” in the April 2020 print issue of Experience Life.

Julie Brown, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian, personal trainer, and program manager with Life Time.

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