Food Affects Us in Different Ways

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Food affects us in different ways


Whether we eat or not...​ What we eat...​ When we eat..​ How much we eat...​

What foods we pair together...​

It all has an effect on how we feel physically and mentally.

 Symptoms Related to Food:

When you don't eat you may find that you become unpleasant to be around.​

When you overeat, and feel overly full, you're in pain, and probably don't want to do anything. You almost can't even relax with how full you are.​

When you regularly deprive yourself of food, or have difficulty securing food, you often are worried about when you will be getting to eat again **  

When you eat greasy food, you feel sluggish and may have an upset stomach​

When you eat all simple sugars, your energy level goes way up, you feel jittery, then your blood sugar levels drop low, and you really don't feel well.​

If you eat too quickly, you may experience cramping, and may overeat.

You get the idea here :)


 One Way Food and Mood Are Connected is Through Chemicals

According To Tomer...Top 10 Good Mood Foods to eat:​

Turkey​

Cottage Cheese ​

Eggs ​

Bananas ​

Brown Rice ​

Oily Fish ​

Nuts/Seeds ​

Beans/Lentils ​

Green Leafy Veg


The Take Away:

Increasing fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, fish, and whole grains such as those higher in Omega-3 Fatty Acids or those that are good sources of vitamins may make you happier​

Eating healthy doesn't have to be a trade-off to happiness​, just try to incorporate some of these foods into your meals. 😊

 


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** Visit the KSU Nutrition department in Nixon Hall if you need help accessing food. We'll be happy to help with resources without any judgement. :)


References:

Ansari, K & Nagar, V. Relation Between Students Nutrition And Academic Achievement. Research Scholar, N.K.B.M.G. (P.G.)COLLEGE, CHANDUSI. Reader & H.O.D. Home Science Dept., N.K.B.M.G. (P.G.)COLLEGE, CHANDUSI. International Conference Proceedings, N. K. B. M. G. (P.G.) College, ChandausiRJPSSs ISSN 2454-7026 Pg. 122-125. ​

Tomer, V. Role of Diet and Happiness. H.O.D (Home Sc.), M.M.P.G.College Sati Kund, Haridwar. International Conference Proceedings, N. K. B. M. G. (P.G.) College, ChandausiRJPSSs ISSN 2454-7026. Pg. 275-285. ​

Veenhoven, R. Will Healthy Eating Make You Happier? A Research Synthesis Using an Online Findings Archive. Applied Research Quality Life 16, 221–240 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11482-019-09748-7

Comments

  1. ksu internsNovember 28, 2022 at 11:43 PM

    I thought that this post was very helpful for others because I even sometimes do not realize the food that I ate and how it can affect how I feel. I liked how you incorporated the different chemicals that are released when you eat too much or when you want to feel relaxed or happy. Thank you for sharing this wonderful blog!

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  2. Jennette DemeraskiNovember 30, 2022 at 12:44 PM

    This was super interesting and I think it is definitely helpful to bring attention to this with finals and the holidays coming up. Being mindful of what we eat and how it impacts our mood can be another tool to use during this crazy time of year.

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