Food greatly influences the affective and cognitive life of man.Nutrition is defined as the science of food in relation to health.
From its beginning the human organism depends on the presence of food substances for the development of each cell, tissue, organ and system. The absence of a single nutrient can have serious consequences, since each of the essential nutrients such as protein, iron, folic acid, and vitamin B1 has its specific ends.
The health of the human body in itself an architectural marvel depends directly on the presence of said nutrients in the diet, which in turn are found in the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits or seeds of plants, in Milk, eggs and other foods. Consequently, an appropriate diet can supply what is necessary for all ages with variety and balance.
In order to ensure an adequate regime, it is important to take into account the different food groups in addition to considering the food resources that each country, region has to consider.
There are foods that provide energy to live, foods that provide protein to form and maintain tissues, and foods that regulate body functions.
The regulating foods of the functions of the body are fruits, vegetables, vegetables, which provide vitamin C, vitamin A and others, the foods that God arranged from the beginning for man have been dressed in different colors (green, red, white. ..) to appeal to the eye and have several flavors and aromas (sweet, fallen, neutral) to please the taste and smell, they have varied consistency (soft, firm, crispy) to appeal the touch, several ways to avoid monotomy In this way a good diet satisfies the appetite and is pleasing to the eye and the senses in addition to providing vital nutrients.
One of the topics of study in the field of nutrition that is currently most important is the role of nutrients in the health and function of the mind.
It is known that the lack of thiamine (B1) results in mental confusion, and that niacin ends in dementia. Vitamin B12, pyridoxine, magnesium, calcium, affect the nervous system. On the other hand, certain birth defects accumulate nutrients in the blood, which causes mental retardation in the infant unless the problem is treated without delay with a diet low in those nutrients.
That is why it is very important to have a good diet to avoid diseases because this is directly and improperly related to the food we eat daily.
Another super important factor is the social aspect that can be had, the family that participates at the table together forms stronger emotional ties than a family that is dispersed at mealtime. When this occurs, children and parents are strangers living under the same roof. Everyone follows their own life without having the opportunity to get to know each other better, to talk and share ideas. On the other hand, the gap can decrease and more permanent affective bonds can be established between different family members when they gather around the table to enjoy food and mutual company.
We express friendship by inviting our fellow men to eat, and we show goodwill by visiting neighbors or the elderly to bring them a dish or baskets with some bite. Proper interaction will not only benefit our physical health but will positively influence our mental health. This allows us to sow goodwill and cultivate bonds of sympathy and friendship in the place where we live, all of which largely determines the enjoyment of happiness.