Shelton's+Principles+of+Food+Combining

A diet that dissociates certain kinds of foods.

According to Herbert Shelton Carbohydrates and proteins should not be combined. Protein should only be combined w/ vegetables. Carbohydrates should only be eaten with vegetables or fats Fruits should only be eaten by themselves (or with oil seeds)

Other theories show it is preferable to only consume one kind of protein (or carbohydrate) at each meal. They should not be combined w/ sugar or eaten with a lot of fats, as this can cause bloating. These schools show that proteins do not combine w/ fruits with the exception of a small bit of lemon. Carbohydrates are also shown to not combine w/ acidic fruits and vegetables.

Poor combinations are thought to produce fermentations that weaken the body. Food combining is particularly helpful in the case of obesity and digestive problems, but should be used as a temporary measure.

Advantages
-Ensures the worst combinations are avoided, for example, legumes w/ simple sugars -Fruits, and especially melon, should not be eaten w/ meals (either 30 minutes before or 2-3 hours after)

Disadvantages
Does not allow for combinations that are essential in order to consume a complete vegetable protein: Legumes and grains Grains and milk products Legumes and nuts/seeds