Science Of Life

Author(s): U S Dugar
Publisher: U S Dugar

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balance. The structural components of such food items is largely resistant to enzymatic and microbial degradation in the gut and thus, acts as a physical barrier to the release of intracellular components. If the cell wall is not ruptured, cardio protective and energy yielding compounds, such as unsaturated lipids, lipid soluble antioxidants and phenolic compounds are lost in the faeces. But in so doing, this may also alter the efficiency of their mastication and swallowing larger particle size could lower the bio accessibility of their intracellular components, thereby modifying their potential influence on health. Mastication can rupture cell walls and improve the bio accessibility of nutrients within the matrix. The appearance, odour, taste, and texture of foods are altered to enhance their appeal.
Chewing can be a deeply spiritual function. Mastication is primarily an unconscious (semiautonomic) act, but can be mediated by higher conscious input. The motor program for mastication is a hypothesized central nervous system function by which the complex patterns governing mastication are created and controlled. It plays an important part in the working of the nervous system. It has a direct connection with heart and brain. Chewing should be carried out consciously. Mastication means going inside. The purpose of the exercise is to promote mindful eating and awakening. Awakening means mind should be free from all thoughts and drawn to eating only - eating with total absorption. Chewing slowly and noticing the amazing array of subtle and overt flavours and textures
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