National Junk Food Day

Today, July 21, is National Junk Food Day. Over the past few months, COVID and social distancing have been challenging experiences for people. When you are stuck in the house for a long time, it is easy to turn to junk food even though we know it is not the best choice. Frequently eating junk food can become a very unhealthy habit.

“It is hard to resist junk food especially because it is made to be addictive, hitting our taste buds with potently enhanced chemicals that are designed to stimulate our domaine. Cravings hit, often as our mood or energy drops and it’s tempting to turn to that bag of chips or sugar-laden cookies. But it’s important that we remind ourselves that junk food and poor quality nutrition in general, contribute to and exacerbate physical and mental illness. This is true for short term as well as long term health.”

Luckily, it is now summer and the weather is beautiful! Being outside can do wonders, and when people enjoy the fresh air and get exercise, they are happier and less likely to turn to junk food. Take advantage of the season – get outside, exercise and visit farmer’s markets with lovely, healthy foods.