The food combining diet is a type of diet that is based on the idea that different types of food should not be consumed together, as they can lead to poor digestion and other health problems. The diet typically involves consuming certain foods at certain times of the day and avoiding certain food combinations, such as combining proteins and carbohydrates. While there is little scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of food combining diets, they can be a healthy way to eat, as they emphasize the consumption of whole, nutrient-rich foods that are good for both the body and the environment. However, it is important to ensure that you are consuming enough protein and other essential nutrients, as some food combining diets may be lacking in these key nutrients. It is also important to note that while the food combining diet can be a healthy way to eat, it is not appropriate for everyone. People with certain health conditions, such as diabetes or kidney disease, may need to follow a specialized diet, and it is important to consult with a healthcare provider before starting any diet program.
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Omnivore diet, Plant-based diet
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Regional diets
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Western diet, Mediterranean diet
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Sustainable diets
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Low carbon diet, Planetary health diet
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Religious diets
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Buddhist diet, Christian diet, Hindu diet, Islamic diet, Jain diet, Jewish diet, Rastafari diet, Sikh diet
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Vegetarianism and veganism
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Fruitarianism diet, Meat analogue diet, Milk substitute diet, Raw vegan diet, Tofu diet
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Semi-vegetarianism
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Ovo-lacto vegetarianism, Pescetarian diet, Pollotarian diet
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Supplement diets
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Bodybuilding supplements, Meal replacement diet, Therapeutic food diet
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Non-solid diets
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Liquid diets, Very-low-calorie diet
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Specific
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Calorie restriction diet, Cardiac diet, Diabetic diet, Fluid restriction diet, Gluten-free diet, Gluten-free and casein-free diet, Intermittent fasting diet, Low-sodium diet, Low-FODMAP diet, Low-carbohydrate diet, Low-fat diet, Low-fiber/low-residue diet, Monotrophic diet, NPO diet, Renal diet, Soft diet, Specific carbohydrate diet
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Other diets
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Entomophagy diet, Cotton ball diet, Pica diet, DASH diet, Inuit diet, MIND diet, Time-restricted feeding diet, Raw foodism diet, U.S. military diet
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Fad diets
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Cambridge diet, Macrobiotic diet, Master Cleanse diet, Junk food diet, Superfood diet, Slow-Carb diet
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List of diets
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Diet food, Diet, Cuisine, Nutrition, Obesity
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