THE STOMACH – HUNGER AND APPETITE
Whenever we are hungry or fancy a particular food, this natural reaction stimulates the secretion of gastric juice. If, however, we eat without appetite, forcing ourselves to consume whatever is set before us, we will have poor digestion, which in turn can lead to other disorders. It is therefore important to ensure that we always have a healthy natural appetite. This is possible, not by working non-stop, but by taking sufficient exercise and by deep-breathing in the fresh air. So, if you work fairly near to your home, walk there instead of using transport. You can also whet your appetite by taking bitter herbs such as centaury, or artichoke tincture.
Our emotional and mental state may either stimulate or suppress the appetite through its influence on the secretion of gastric juice. So, if you easily give in to anger or annoyance, do not be surprised if this makes you go off your food. It should now be clear that happy people, who are always in a good mood, digest their food much better than those who are very serious, or worried and upset. Nor is the process of digestion helped by sitting down at the table when plagued by problems, or when the situation is aggravated by an animated discussion about them. If you are not hungry because of being too tired, it is wise to rest a little and unwind before eating. The manner in which the food is prepared and the dishes arranged on the table tends to make the meal more or less desirable.
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