LIFESTYLE

5 health benefits of home-cooked food

By Anujj Trehaan

1

You can avoid many foodborne diseases

Home-cooked food reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses by ensuring cleanliness and hygiene during preparation.

2

You can enjoy good nutritional value

Homecooked food is free of harmful preservatives, added sugars, and artificial ingredients found in restaurant dishes.

3

You can lose weight and inches

You can lose weight with home-cooked dishes as you know how much you should be putting on your plate to avoid overeating and wastage of food. 

4

You eat fewer calories without realizing it

Restaurants serve dishes loaded with sugar, salt, butter, oil, and additives, which are heavy on calories. This is not the case with home-cooked foods.

5

You can improve your mental health

Cooking food at home can offer you a much-needed break from your tight work schedules or even become an activity that keeps you busy during a boring weekend.

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