Food and its multifold effects on mood

Jul 20
11:10

2017

Sneha Raghunath

Sneha Raghunath

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Body is a precious gift given by nature. Food is an important source of energy that fuels the body. Brain the most essential organ in the body which controls each and every action and response. It consumes 20% of energy generated by the food we consume. It never rests even when we are asleep. The so called fuel comes from food which makes all the difference, it’s directly related to the functionality of our brain and connected to our mood.

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 Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin,Food and its multifold effects on mood Articles a famous French gastronome coined a famous line “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you who you are” which literally means the food has an impact on mind and behavior. Extensive scientific research is going on to understand how food is affecting a person’s mood.

 

Having fresh food creates a sound mind and healthy body. If we look at the present scenario everything comes to our doorstep by a finger click thanks to digital revolution in our country. Food ordering apps created a new culture in food industry. Food ordering culture all together reached new heights where people are never left without choices. Thanks to them, you have have an opportunity to choose any kind of cuisine as desired.

 

The hub of young people and working professionals in Bangalore serves a wide range of cuisines from all across the globe, be it traditional Karnataka food or authentic international cuisines, it tempts foodies with exotic dishes. Ordering food online in Bangalore is the next big thing happening where quick and instant delicious fresh food can be procured from nook and corner of the city. Food ordering apps act as food aggregators where string of food joints, bistros and coffee shops, numerous restaurants, luxurious hotels are on to a single platform to cater to a unique eating experience for people. Having fresh food home delivered is not a difficult task any more with these apps, it’s all there right in your hand.           

 

Research says change in the nutritional content can alter the brain structure both chemically and physiologically which leads to altered behavior. Here comes the million dollar question, is it possible to improve our mood by using food. Let’s take a deep dive into some of the facts. Healthy food should consist of proteins, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, water, vitamins and minerals. Eating healthily doesn’t mean following strict regulations on diet, being unimaginably thin and relieving ourselves from the food we love, it’s all about feeling superb energy, enhancing our health and stabilizing our mood.

 

It is important to understand the relation between different nutritional contents and our mood. For example carbohydrates which form important constituent of our food generate a non-essential amino acid known as Tryptophan. Tryptophan when combined with B-vitamins produce Serotonin which is considered to be a mood regulator synthesized naturally in the brain. Consuming good amounts of carbohydrates increases the production of Serotonin which decreases mood swings.