When it comes to eating food, many of us have our own routines. However, while it might be comforting to stick to what you know, changing up how you eat can have some great impacts on your health. Here are some respected routines worldwide for eating food that you might benefit from trying out down the line.
Stop eating so fast!
One of the most common problems you can have with eating is that you eat too quickly. If you do not chew your food and eat slowly, your stomach cannot communicate to your brain that it is satisfied – at least not at the same speed.
By simply slowing down your eating pace, you will find that you eat less. Satisfaction often comes long before you finish your helping – and speaking of helpings…
Go for ‘Asian portions’ instead
One of the best tips that you can find when you travel is the size of portions. Go to somewhere in the West, especially Britain and America, and the portions can be ridiculous. Go to Asia, though, especially Japan, and you can soon find that portions are far more controlled and contained.
If you are used to eating larger plates then it is harder to cut down and stop. However, Asian nations have gotten by on eating smaller portions without feeling starved; your lack of satisfaction from smaller portions comes from familiarity with eating more. Reduce your portions to Japanese helpings, and you will benefit.
Make use of natural oils
An easy way to help add more satisfaction and flavour to your food is with the use of oils. Indeed, in Greek culture, olive oil is placed on just about everything that you can eat. This form of oil has been shown to be beneficial for heart health and could be very useful indeed for longevity and well-being. Olive oil is a common Mediterranean condiment; try it out for yourself as it might help you appreciate your food more.
Make the use of spices
Variety is the spice of life, and committing to using more spices can be a must-consider factor for you. adding more spices to your food can add extra flavour, change up old and weary recipes, and ensure your body takes in more natural antioxidants and health perks. If you enjoy a bit of extra heat in your food, or some extra new flavours, be sure to try adding some more spice. It can turn what was previously a dour and dull recipe into something thrilling and fun!
Try out the above lifestyle changes, and you might find that food can become more fun than it used to be for you.