food and mood

we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed.

now new research suggests there's a reason: food changes out brain chemistry.
these changes powerfully influence our moods, but can certain foods really make us feel better? nutrition  experts say yes,
 but what should we eat and what should we avoid? here are the foods that work the best, as well as those that can make a bad day worse.

food and mood - we ofthen eat to calm down or cheer up when we're feelings stressed or depressed. (you have to read this great article)

Give Unique Bacon Gifts To That Special Foodie

By Peter Perry


Many times, people in the workplace want to celebrate something. A promotion or a birthday, maybe even someone who is finally retiring. When this happens, most people have a potluck or gathering with good food. While some may not like to cook, others may choose something like a fancy dessert, prepared vegetable tray, or unique bacon gifts as a safe side dish.

This is often a time when diets go out of the window and those in attendance just want to enjoy themselves. Although there may a person who may choose not to eat, many have come to the realizations that discipline is the key to maintaining a nice figure. They may even go as far as to say that life is too short for a person to deprive themselves completely.

Whether it be sitting at home with friends watching a movie while eating chips and bacon ranch dip, or at a neighborhood block party, good times make the gloomy days better. This is a mindset that more people are adopting these days for a number of reasons. To this type of person, having their favorite food and drink while doing what they enjoy brings balance.

One reason that a person may choose to do this is that eating brings pleasure and when life has moments of pleasure, it is easier to endure difficult moments. A good example of this is the number of holiday that are made up every year. Someone may create an event, or encourage people get in on the celebration and it may involve a particular dish. In most groups, there is usually someone who routinely arranges such get togethers and there is someone on board who can bring enough food for everyone.

Party food normally consists of something that is indulgent to the taste buds and maybe not part of a regular balanced meal. This can be the tang of buffalo wings, the salty sweetness of pig candy, or something deep fried. One bite can make a person forget their troubles and they will keep digging in until there are none left.

People who like to experiment in the kitchen may get pleasure from creating a culinary creation that is sure to get attention. Food trends like bacon bombs, donut towers, and vegetable sculptures can make a nice centerpiece but sometimes a person may not want to dig in right away. Some party foods, like layer dips, are not only easy to make but inexpensive.

Sometimes it does not take a special event to share good food with others. People enjoy receiving food baskets as a token of appreciation or as housewarming present. These may include baked goods, unusual condiments, or bacon flavored treats that cannot be found in most retailers. The wide variety of baskets can be tailored to almost any preference and are memorable.

For some people, any good news is a reason to celebrate. They may decide to treat themselves after getting good news about the job or other prosperous opportunity. A single serving snack like a cupcake, favorite candy, or gourmet meat jerky can make anyone feel a little better, even if they have had a not so great day.




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