Big business deals and historical events are often done over breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This is because good food causes our brain to release endorphins, also known as happy hormones. It makes us think better and it directly translates to better judgment. This is also one of the reasons why breakfasts are important. It supplies our body with energy and nutrients that our brain needs to get through the day.
However, your food choices can also play an important role in your well-being. Although comfort foods, which are usually loaded with carbohydrates and sugar can give you a momentary mood and energy spike, if not done in moderation can also lead to problems in the future.
One of the best ways to know what goes inside your body is to prepare your own food. Being able to cook gives you control and balance over your health and tastebuds. On top of it being a life skill, cooking also brings other subtle benefits to the table.
Here’s some of them:
- It reduces the stress level.
Beating eggs, whipping cream, pounding meat, concocting your special sauce, etc., helps alleviate your stress level for one reason; the result is a reward in itself. The delicious end product of cooking does make anyone happy.
- It reduces the risk of cognitive decline.
Memorizing measurements, steps, process, constant learning of new recipes, and the spike in focus whenever you’re cooking gives your brain the exercise it needs and thus, helps reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
- It improves creativity.
Perfecting and developing your own recipe will incite creativity and it can directly translate to happiness because of the sense of fulfillment that follows it.
- It is economical.
Need I say more? Cooking your own food will help you avoid overpriced salads and fancy restaurants with fancy menus and fancy price tags. A healthy wallet is good for your health.
- It is an exciting family activity.
Food brings everyone together and cooking with your family will help you improve your bond. Plus, it’s fun and rewarding.
These are just a fraction of the benefits of cooking and the best thing about it is the fact that it is never too late to start learning.
