Balance

I used to view nutrition very simply for a long period. My assumption was that a good diet was mainly about keeping one physically healthy– having sufficient energy, being in good shape, and avoiding diseases. It did not cross my mind that nutrition does not only affect the body but also has deep effects on the mind like many individuals. I used to focus more on ease over quality most of the times. Convenience foods, quick processed meals, and irregular feeding schedule were part of my usual routine. Back then, I was not aware of the long-term consequences of it. But over time, I started feeling tired most of the times, not focused, and at some point emotionally low with no apparent reasons behind it.

It was my realization that food is not just the source of energy– rather information to the body and brain. The nutrients consumed have an impact on our way of thinking, feelings and performance. Once I started observing the types of food I consumed and its effects on my emotions and energy levels, I see evident connections. I realized that there were particular kinds of food that gave me high energy and concentration while others resulted in tiredness or lack of focus. Understanding this relationship made me look at myself differently. Nutrition became beyond just a health practice– it became an effective tool to enhance one’s thinking power, emotional stability, and general state of being well.