How Dessert Helps Seafarers Manage Their Weight and Improve Their Mood
Indulge. But that speaks against every dietary guideline ever produced, does it not? Well, maybe it’s time to rethink what we eat because recent studies suggest that dessert harnesses the power of a better mood—and weight loss! Resisting dessert will only make you crave it more, leading to overeating and gluttony. Moderation is key. Thankfully, however, desserts do not always need to be unhealthy, especially for vessels under the care of Global Catering. Health-conscious desserts have the same potential as rich, decadent sweets, so put your sugary concerns to rest. Keep in mind dessert should not be a daily thing. Seafarers already know what healthy eating entails, so don’t throw away pre-established good habits in exchange for more dessert!Have Dessert for Breakfast
Yes—this is an unusual proposition. But not one without merit. A recent 8-month study monitored two groups of dieters with the exact same calorie limitations. While one group ate a traditional breakfast, the other enjoyed a high-calorie, high-carb, high-protein feast that included dessert. Surprisingly, the second group, those with the extravagant breakfast, had lost an average of 38 more pounds per person. In addition, those from the first group gained back more than 75% of the weight they lost during the study. Though this is only one study, the results speak for themselves. The science behind it is quite simple as well—dessert in the morning provides a rush of serotonin that serves to reduce cravings throughout the day. So, perhaps, next time you sit down to eat in the morning, take a look around for something sweet.
Why Is There Always Room for Dessert?
Most people associate dessert with dinner, despite the research mentioned above. Yet after a large meal, we are often uncomfortably full. So why is it that there is always room for dessert? Well, glucose (sugar) stimulates the body’s relaxation reflect, which helps depressurize the stomach, ultimately reducing the “full sensation.” In fact, it doesn’t trick the body into feeling hungry, it actually expands the stomach to make room! Believe it or not, this is a good thing when you are too full, as long as dessert is had in moderation. From an emotional perspective, desserts end the meal on a good note. Although all food prepared by Global Catering professionals will be savory and well-balanced, desserts add umph, leaving the consumer utterly satisfied. This same logic applies to our memory. Finishing with a strong dessert leaves a good impression. But again, moderation is important even for active seafarers. As well, the main course is still the most important. Never sacrifice that to save room for more sweets!Dessert for the Soul
Sad at sea? Desserts may induce a feeling of happiness deeply rooted in our memories. Think back to when you were a child: perhaps, you were rewarded with something sugary for good behaviour. This is the type of memory that provokes a sensation of happiness each and every time we then consume a similar sugary snack. As unlikely as this sounds, dessert may even appease the uneasiness of being away from home. Desserts have a comforting element to them, so for crew members aboard merchant vessels, indulging every once in a while is good for your mental health.