Take A Natural Approach To Your Diet
Emma Watts explains why adults should take a more natural approach to their diet.
We are all aware of the common phenomenon that goes like, “we are what we eat”. By all means, this is true from a myriad of angles. Now, your diet plays a huge role in determining your body size, shape, and weight, but it goes beyond just that. Your nutritional habits will (almost) always have an impact on your health and overall well-being. But even though there are many types of diets known to nutritional experts, all fall under one of the two main categories. You can either consume natural foods or synthetic/processed food. Fast food, which is one of the most popular dietary options, especially for the busy working class who have little or no time to spare in the kitchen, is neither here nor there. It happens to exist somewhere in between these two categories.
But of all the things you can eat on this planet, cooked or raw, nothing is healthier and more nutritious than natural food or that which is made purely from extracts of natural substances without any synthetic additives. And let us face it, this is something that any adult needs to remember every time they need to have a meal, whether indoors or outdoors. Well, stay tight, because, in this article, we will be looking at some reasons why adults should take a more natural approach to their diets.
To Get Rid of Toxins and Parasites
A majority of intestinal parasite infections come from processed foods, canned meats, jerky, and the like, especially in this age and day where even the layman understands the importance of proper hygiene and sanitation. Dr. Jay Davidson from MicrobeFormulas.com says that most adults do not realize they have a parasite in their gut and learn to live with the negative symptoms. And what is more, the chemical additives, sugars, and preservatives used in a majority of these processed foods can exert a toll on your body, leading to the formation of toxins. But it no longer has to affect your health anymore. Taking a natural detox supplement, and switching to a natural diet routine can help get rid of parasites and toxins that could be causing your woes, resulting in a healthier, stronger, and happier you. Along with performing a natural detox regularly, be sure to include natural herbs and foods such as garlic, ginger, lemon, beetroot, artichoke, green tea, and watercress in your diet; and pair them with real food such as brown rice and greens such as cabbage and lettuce for the best detoxification results.
It Could Restore Your Microbiome Balance
It may sound hilarious to some or weird to others, but for those of you who did some high-school biology, the term microflora, microbiota, or microbiome may sound familiar to you. Your digestive tract is lined with beneficial bacteria and other microorganisms that when counted cell to cell, are in their billions. Research shows that there are more microbial cells in your gut than the total number of cells that make up your entire body. These friendly microorganisms play a variety of roles in your body and digestive tract, including fighting harmful pathogens, helping with digestion, assisting with the absorption of essential minerals from the food you eat, as well as improving the control of blood sugar.
Now, some synthetic and unnatural food substances can disrupt the balance between good and bad bacteria in your digestive system lining, leading to the disruption of certain metabolic, immune, and regulatory processes. This, in turn, affects your gut health, your mental health, and ultimately your overall well-being. Fortunately, this balance can always be restored by taking certain natural foods, often referred to as prebiotics to improve your gut health. Garlic, cocoa, and asparagus are some good examples of food substances you can incorporate into your natural diet regimen to boost your microbiome health, and consequently a healthier gut.
Natural Foods Support Organ Health
Apart from your digestive tract, your overall well-being depends on the healthy functioning of your vital organs, especially the liver, kidneys, lungs, and heart. On this note, tons of research shows that certain natural foods can improve your organ health, thereby supporting the functions that these organs are supposed to carry out in the body. Raw garlic, for instance, is good for your gut and your lungs, whereas the greens such as dandelion and wheatgrass promote a healthy liver and colon respectively. Flaxseed, on the other hand, is known to be good for your heart and your prostate. While cabbage, garlic, beets, lemon juice, broccoli, salad greens, and green apples can help with liver detox according to Dr Millennia Lytle, parsley, nettle, alfalfa, green tea, and water are among the food substances that can help cleanse your kidneys.
Too Much Salt or Sugar Is Bad for Your Health
Processed foods and some ready-made fast food dishes contain high levels of salt and sugar, which is bad for your health. Too much sugary food increases your risk of acquiring a myriad of health issues, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, insulin resistance, and obesity. On the other hand, too much salt in your diet increases your risk of blood pressure, which could put an extra strain on your vital organs such as the kidneys, liver, heart, and blood vessels, leading to a myriad of complications. When taking a more natural diet approach, you can minimize the risks posed by the excess intake of salts and sugars.
You Could Prevent Other Chronic Illnesses
Especially fruits and leafy greens, research shows that a natural diet can help prevent a myriad of diseases, some of which we have already mentioned above. This is because, in addition to containing loads of essential minerals and vitamins, these organic foods also contain high levels of antioxidants, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory biochemical compounds that help the body naturally fight pathogens, cancer cells, and toxins. Taking lots of organic greens and fruits can specifically help prevent cardiovascular disease, cancers, strokes, and other chronic diseases that tend to come about as one grows older, which brings us to the next important point.
You are Not Getting Any Younger
Ageing is a natural phenomenon that unfortunately, every one of us has to come to terms with at some point in life. But your diet can determine how fast you age. It can set the pace on how fast your skin loses its elasticity, your bones grow weaker, and your muscles become feeble. One of the best ways to slow ageing is by adopting a natural diet routine. For instance, eating more natural foods such as legumes, fruits, avocados, and veggies can help reduce skin changes related to ageing, including the formation of wrinkles, sagging skin, and acne, all while promoting your overall health. It can also help with weight management, which is often a huge pain in the back for many people as they grow older.
In a nutshell, the benefits of adopting a natural diet routine are endless. In addition to the above, sticking to such a routine can help set a good example of healthy nutrition for your kids, siblings, or people you care about. You will never go wrong with a natural dietary approach, and the above are just some of the reasons you should take that route as an adult.
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About the Author
Emma Watts is a freelance journalist.