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)

Creating Healthy 30 Minute Meals For Your Love Ones

By Edna Booker


Stop making excuses. Learn to cook healthy 30 minute meals to keep everyone nourished. It does not require a degree to produce some. Start compiling simple but scrumptious recipes from the internet or magazines and religiously follow it. You may also want to watch instructional videos regarding this subject to understand it better. Choose three dishes and practice it.

Peek inside the refrigerator and think of at least three dishes to prepare. Select at least three ingredients that complement each other. Check if you have enough stock for a soup, the main dish and a dessert. Use the freshest meat and produce that you can find. Infuse it with condiments and spices to add flavor. Use what is in season to avoid overspending on a meal.

Create everything from scratch. Remember that too much preservative is harmful to the body. Prepare some homemade treats ahead of time to save on preparation time. Store it properly in an air tight container and refrigerate. Do this for marinated meat, stocks, sauces and pickled vegetables. This practice infuses more flavors in the food and adds more character to dish. Evidently you need time to make the dish more delectable.

Budget-conscious folks should learn to reuse leftovers before it gets spoiled. Reconstructing it allows one to save time and money from frequently replenishing stocks in the pantry. It also lessens the amount of cooking time making it possible to create more delightful treats for your love ones.

Grill, bake and boil to create a healthier feast. Include white meat, brown food and fresh vegetable to make ideal for the heart. Use honey or brown sugar as sweetener if you are diabetic. Lessen the use of saturated fats to avoid cholesterol build up. Use your creativity to transform each ingredient into something interesting for the palate and your eyes. Surely you do not want your masterpiece to ignored thus you have to trick those picky eaters. Always remember that they tend to react before they even try it thus altering its appearance is advisable.

Observe cleanliness while cooking your masterpiece to avert contamination. Make sure all utensils and ingredients are properly washed to avoid bacteria build up. Surely you do not want aching tummies after they consume it. Having such discipline will also allow you to manage time properly reminding you to prepare dishes that requires longer cooking time first before starting a new one.

Serve everything in small proportions. You do have to watch what you eat. Overeating can lead to poor health thus you have to be vigilant in monitoring each intake. It is easier to get second servings than experience high blood pressure and diabetes. Always chew food thoroughly so you would know if you are full or not.

Always plan your menus on a weekly basis. This will enable you to track your stocks and control your budget. Such training also allows you to have enough time for research vital in creating your 30 minutes gastronomical masterpiece. Surely your love ones would appreciate it more if it well-thought. At least you get to prepare a menu according to their preference.




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