Everything that you consume, or put into your body will have some form of a consequence attached to it, especially when it comes to your health. There are many different types of food and drink available to experiment with, to either add or remove from your diet, all of which will have a different effect on your body and health. However, you should always be careful about what you include or add to your diet, as a lot of food recommendations and guidelines are majoritively generalised. For example, if you have allergies or special dietary requirements then not everything will apply to you, and sometimes could prove to be dangerous. So, if you are unsure whether or not you have allergies or specific dietary requirements, then an option for you would be to visit an allergy clinic, or dietary specialist to receive further information or a diagnosis before you alter your diet too drastically. To help you on your journey, here are some examples of how food impacts your health.

Energy levels

One of the main reasons that all animals (including humans) eat, is to help fuel their bodies with energy. There are different forms of energy produced in food, two of which are slow or fast-releasing foods. An example of slow energy-releasing food would be things such as wholemeal bread, oats, and brown rice. These items will generally help keep you feeling fuller for longer but lack the initial boost of energy that is sometimes required especially if you are about to go on a walk or a run. If you need this boost you will find it in fast energy-releasing foods such as bananas, chocolate bars, apples, and other such high sugar foods.

Muscle growth

The food we eat heavily impacts our ability to grow and maintain muscle mass. Of course, exercise and lifestyle play a role in this too, but what you eat is a very important part of this puzzle too. Foods such as chicken, broccoli, and eggs are some of the most frequently turned to foods by those who visit the gym and are looking to gain exponential growth in their muscles. This is because these particular foods are packed full of protein.

Skin condition

The food and drink you consume will affect every part of your body, including your organs, and whether you know it or not, your skin is actually the largest organ of the human body and therefore is also greatly affected by what you eat. Have you ever noticed after eating a takeaway or a greasy meal that the next day your skin has got worse? This is because your body is trying to balance out all the excess oils, fats, and sugars you ingest. Foods you can consume that promote healthy skin are things like fish, nuts, bell peppers, and oranges.

Your diet and what you eat can not only taste really good but also help to keep you happy and healthy. So, pay attention to what you are eating and the benefits that it can bring you.