1. Slow food - why is it beneficial in a world where everything is fast?
Slow food is food that is produced locally, typically using high-quality locally sourced ingredients. It’s an alternative to fast food that is designed to be eaten quickly, which is why it has concentrated flavors. Slow food, on the contrary, is made with the best ingredients which are packed with natural flavors.
2. Plant-based diets - benefits
Eating a well-balanced diet with a lot of fruits and vegetables can help reduce blood pressure, promote weight loss, decrease the risk of cancer, and lower cholesterol levels.
3. Different lifestyles explained
Plant-based: It does not eliminate any products from the diet but focuses on foods primarily from plants. It includes vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, beans, oils, and whole grains.
Vegetarian: Eliminates meat and fish, and sometimes other animal products from the diet.
Vegan: It’s a way of living that seeks to exclude all forms of exploitation and cruelty to animals. It eliminates all animal products from the diet. People leading a vegan lifestyle do not eat meat, fish, dairy, or eggs. They also usually avoid wearing leather and fur. Additionally, they avoid zoos and circuses.
Gluten-free: It’s an eating plan that excludes foods containing gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Vegetables naturally don’t contain gluten.
4. Covid and how cooking can help with anxiety
Cooking increases self-esteem and improves psychological well-being; it also decreases anxiety. It engages several senses, making it quite immersive. Because of that, it can help with practicing mindfulness. Mindfulness often entails trying to focus on one thing at the moment. Cooking can also help people to feel both accomplished and in control.
