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Did you know that your favorite morning sandwich or salad can actually make you feel nauseous? It turns out that some seemingly harmless food combinations are a real stomach-churning disaster. Here are the top 5! Take tomatoes and cucumbers, for example. It seems like a classic, but the ascorbic acid enzyme in cucumbers destroys the vitamin C in tomatoes. And eating fruit right after eating: the sugar in the fruit causes fermentation, slowing digestion. Milk and bananas are a popular smoothie, but they're a heavy combination. They create mucus, especially in those with sensitive digestive systems, causing bloating or cramping. Try them separately. Meat and French fries are a favorite among many. Meat proteins require an acidic environment to break down, while potato starch requires an alkaline environment. This conflict slows digestion, causing stomach discomfort. And finally, sweets with alcohol. Sugar accelerates the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream, increasing its toxic effects on the body and stressing the liver. Listen to your body and be mindful!