4 essential food pairings for optimal nutrient absorption, from a vegan dietitian (via CNBCMakeIt)
We all seem to be looking for more ways to get the nutrients our bodies need, but nutrient intake is so much more than just the foods we eat.
As children, you needed more nutrients than adults because your lifestyle required more energy, she notes. Luckily, there are certain nutrients that, when paired together, can increase your ability to absorb them. Here are a few that Perez recommends having at the same time.Iron deficiency is a huge concern for people on a plant-based diet, says Perez. Plant-based sources of iron are more absorbable when you pair them with something that's high in vitamin C, she says.
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