Baking is the pathway to better mental health

Let’s face it that mental health has become the most concerning issue today. As Martin Luther King rightly pointed out, we have guided missiles but misguided men. No wonder stress and depression have become a daily part of our lives. Whether one is a student or a working-class person, we face the daily challenges that may bog us down mentally. The worst part is some fail to handle stress and end up hurting themselves. 

Many succumb to drug addictions in order to unwind. Of course, everyone is free to do what they want, but such self-defeating habits lead to problems in one’s life later on. If you are someone who always has kept yourself away from intoxications and believe in mindful living, we are providing you with one scientifically proven method to deal with your stress.

Scientists have proved that baking enhances mental health. It’s good news for all those bakers who take great pleasure in baking, and it is tangible proof for those who want to unwind themselves in a natural way.

• Baking is like a meditation

In the study, scientists have found that baking has a meditative quality. The beating and folding of dough redeem the mind from all negative thoughts.

• Good to stimulate senses

When you make any dish that requires baking, it needs a lot of precision and focus. The smell of ingredients, the process of baking, and the final product trigger endorphins in the brain. A healthy mind is equal to a healthy body. 

• Creativity and a feel-good moment

Psychologists have pointed out a strong bond between creativity and overall well-being. Baking is an art that requires the touch of an expert person. An expert baker always thinks of various ideas to make sweet dishes. Also, it is a fact that children love to eat cakes, chocolates and so on. Thus, you can put a smile on your little one’s face and stay mentally fit at the same time.