Facts 18/06/2025 13:37

Foods That Should Never Be Combined with Eggs — Absolutely Avoid These Dangerous Pairings

Eggs are a popular and nutritious food, packed with protein, vitamins, and healthy fats. Whether scrambled, boiled, or fried, eggs make a great addition to almost any meal. However, not all food combinations are safe — and some pairings with eggs can lead to digestive discomfort or even health risks.

Here are common foods you should never combine with eggs:


1. Soy Milk

Many people think a breakfast of eggs and soy milk is healthy, but this combination can actually interfere with nutrient absorption. The proteins in soy may inhibit the body’s ability to absorb protein from eggs, reducing their nutritional value.


2. Sugar

Eggs cooked with sugar, like in some desserts or sweet omelets, may taste delicious — but combining these two in high amounts can produce a compound that's difficult to digest and may lead to bloating or indigestion.


3. Rabbit Meat

In traditional Eastern medicine, eggs and rabbit meat are considered a "clashing" combination. Though not common in Western diets, combining the two is thought to increase the risk of food allergies or gastrointestinal upset.


4. Tea (especially right after eating eggs)

Drinking tea right after consuming eggs may seem harmless, but it could be a bad habit. Tea contains tannins, which may bind to the iron in eggs, making it harder for the body to absorb this essential mineral. Over time, this could contribute to iron deficiency.


5. Orange Juice

Having orange juice with your egg breakfast might seem like a classic combo, but the citric acid in orange juice can cause stomach discomfort when consumed with high-protein foods like eggs, especially for those with sensitive stomachs.


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