Why should I cook at home?
Why home cooking?
Did you know that as per government sources Australians of all ages have generally have a poor diet?1
The same report says that Australians do not eat enough of the 5 food groups and eat too many discretionary foods high in salt, fat and sugar. Inadequate fruit and vegetable consumption in particular is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, chronic kidney diseases and obesity.
Consequently, One in 2 (50%) Australians are estimated to have at least 1 of 8 selected common chronic conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, mental health conditions, arthritis, back pain and problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma and diabetes. Nearly 1 in 4 (23%) Australians are estimated to have two or more of these conditions.
Yes, this does paint a grim picture of our health as a nation and we should all work towards making it better.
In order to stay healthy, we must focus on three things - diet, rest and exercise. Simple as this formula may sound, it really is the key to fitness. While we can incorporate rest and exercise in our daily schedule, some of us dread at the thought of cooking. Many studies show the negative effects of takeaways and fast food on our health.
At Smell The Spice, you will learn how to cook food in ways that are at least 5,000 years old and are followed by over a billion people. The classes focus on lacto vegetarian recipes that cover the following Nutrition Australia recommended 5 food groups:
Vegetables and legumes.
Fruit.
Grain (cereal).
Lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds, and legumes/ beans.
Milk, yoghurt, cheese and/or their alternatives.
Of course, the classes can be tweaked to suit your individual preferences and requirements. Overall, this will be an enriching experience for the body as well as the soul.
References:
aipt.edu.au/articles/2020/06/australian-eating-habits-statistics
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