Healthy Cooking Habits For Healthy Living
December 31, 2008
In order to prevent you from various harmful diseases it is highly recommended to follow healthy cooking habits. These habits should be strictly followed as not doing so can cause irreversible harm to the body.
The first and the foremost thing to be developed is to avoid too much salt as high level of sodium is the root cause of various diseases. The American Heart Association suggests the intake of 2.4 grams of sodium per day. If the quantity is increased from this level then it can cause high blood pressure which ultimately leads to strokes and kidney problems.
Alzheimer’s disease, one of the deadly diseases which attack aged people is believed to be caused by accumulation of aluminum metal in the brain which causes dementia. In addition to this pickles, drinking water in aluminum containers, aluminum containing antacids and baking powder, cake mix, frozen dough etc., also cause building of aluminum in the body.
Also avoid cooking and storing food in aluminum utensils and pans. Strictly avoid the food containing dangerous chemicals like decaffeinated carbonated beverages like colas and sodas as they contain chemicals which have an adverse effect on the nervous system, liver and kidneys.
Avoid intake of aspartame i.e. artificial sweeteners because they damage brain. Even a small quantity of it can have an adverse effect on the brain. Therefore it is better to avoid diet colas which contain high quantity of artificial sweeteners. One of the most dangerous chemical used in every kitchen is monosodium glutamate (MSGP which is a kind of amino acid. Though it makes the food tasty but it harms the body to a great extent.
Even a little quantity of it used for long time can cause Alzheimer’s disease, learning disorder and Huntington’s cholera. So, bouillon, whey proteins, soya sauce and pork flavoring should be strictly avoided. The intake of MSG among infant’s and children should be strictly avoided. Using Styrofoam containers in the microwave is very dangerous as they melt. These containers are very safe for storage purpose but heating can melt them.
The safe substitute for it is Tupperware. Take precautions to cook grilled food otherwise it can lead to cancer. Avoid grilling food too close to the flames and don’t use fatty meat. Even the Genetically Modified food should be strictly avoided as it can lead to allergies, nerve damage and poisoning as well. Before picking up any food just check that it is not genetically modified food.
Cook food under hygienic conditions to avoid Listeria which causes meningitis. Therefore, vegetables, milk, cheese and seafood should be hygienically cooked.
Though national Safety agencies state that microwaves are safe, still use microwave ovens as little as possible. Pick up mushrooms very carefully as some species of them can be poisonous. Apart from the above precautions simple tips can be followed for healthy cooking.
Always take hygiene into consideration while cooking, wash hands, utensils and vegetables thoroughly. Use paper towels to clean the kitchen shelves. Always refrigerate perishable food. All these simple things in the long run can protect your body from dangerous diseases.
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