What we eat is important.
Most people eat things because they like them. And what's wrong with
that? Shouldn't we like the things we eat?
Eating often represents
good times, friends, relaxed times, getting out of the house, family
get-togethers, etc.
But should what we eat be thought about at all - or is taste the only criteria?
The fact of the matter is, eating intelligently DOES matter. What we eat affects
us a lot. Our lifestyle and diet contribute to sickness and disease, and also
affect our mood, our ability to handle stress, and our general well-being.
And taste is not always a good indicator of a healthy food.
The
meaning of diet goes beyond eating the ideal foods. Indulgence of appetite
and gluttony appear to be prevalent throughout the entire world. At
one time, people ate their own (native) simple foods, or their own
complex diet, depending upon where they lived in the world.
Today, the world has become small due to communication and rapid transportation.
We now can have food upon our tables from around the world, any time we
choose. Consequently, we have greater temptations today, as well as greater
opportunities to become gluttonous. We are always experimenting with novelty
items, always looking for something new to eat to appease our perverted
appetites.
 Applying the Food Pyramid to Everyday Life. |
In some countries, people eat snails, rattlesnakes, brains from monkeys, and mice and rats, all considered to be delicacies. What a sad state of affairs man has come to. Here in America, we now have a whole generation that has been brought up on junk-food meals consisting of hamburgers, colas, candy bars, fried foods, etc. This diet has not only formed bad nutritional habits, but it has taken away the liking for natural foods, which are so essential to growth and healthy organs. Consequently, we are experiencing new diseases that are even prevalent among the very young. |
Diet Tips -
1. Eat a variety of fruits, grains, vegetables, legumes, seeds, and nuts (See A Vegan Vegetarian Lifestyle)
2. Avoid animal protein.
3. Limit fat, sugar, and salt
4. Eat a good breakfast, a moderate lunch, and a light supper
5. Don't eat too late at night
6. Don't eat between meals - allow five hours between meals
7. Eat at regular times
8. Watch your combination of foods - don't mix fruit and vegetables.
9. Avoid refined grains.
10. Choose foods that will build good blood
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