Healthy Eating in Modern Society
‘Health is wealth’, goes the saying! In our busy, modern day lives, health is frequently overlooked.
Our health affects every part of our life, so why aren’t we making it our #1 priority?
Most often we find ‘C.R.A.P’ (Carbonated, Refined, Artificial and Processed) foods convenient for our fast-paced lives. However, these foods leave us overfed, starved of natural nourishment and in less than optimum health.
What influences our eating choices?
Society – The kind of food we eat in social situations can be different than the food eaten when a person is alone. At a social gathering, people tend to eat more, or less, than when they’re alone. Studies have found that when we eat with others, we tend to eat foods that contain more carbohydrates, fat, protein, and total calories.
Culture – Eating trends are pushed by advertisements. Many people, especially young adults, are susceptible to how the media portrays the “perfect body” that in turn, encourage unhealthy habits and causes eating disorders.
What can you do to make healthier eating choices?
Plan your diet based on the nourishment your body needs to maintain perspective & make the right eating choices. Keep the following checklist to stay on track:
- Make home-made meals
- Store healthy treats at home
- Have fast foods and treats for special occasions
- Choose real foods over highly processed foods
- Practice mindful eating
Can you think of a way society or culture has influenced the way you eat? Have you overcome any trends you weren’t even aware you were following? Share your thoughts below!
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