Passing by the snack street, unable to resist the temptation of various delicious foods, I bought some and ate them on the way, feeling extremely happy. Although it satisfied my immediate cravings, is it really a good idea to eat while walking?
Eating while walking is not a good habit
Eating while walking is considered a bad habit. Eating and walking are separate activities, and combining them can be seen as impolite and annoying to others. It can also be awkward when encountering acquaintances. In addition, there are several disadvantages to eating while walking.
Suppresses appetite
When a person chews their food thoroughly, it helps break down the food and stimulates appetite. However, walking in a complex environment can easily distract attention and cause mental stress, which can inhibit the excitement of the food center in the brain, resulting in a decreased appetite.
Increases gastrointestinal burden
When walking and eating, people often chew improperly and swallow too quickly, leading to reduced secretion of digestive fluids. This not only increases the burden on the gastrointestinal system, but also prolongs the transit time of food in the digestive tract, leading to fermentation and increased irritation to the gastrointestinal mucosa, which can potentially cause gastrointestinal diseases.
Affects digestion
For food to be properly digested and absorbed in the gastrointestinal system, it requires adequate blood supply. However, when walking, blood is diverted to the arms and legs, resulting in reduced blood supply to the gastrointestinal system. As a result, gastrointestinal motility is weakened. Therefore, eating while walking can affect digestion and hinder the body from fully absorbing nutrients from the food.
Unhygienic
There are many vehicles on the road, raising dust and emitting exhaust fumes, which can easily contaminate food. Even a gust of wind can bring unknown amounts of dust and bacteria to the food you are eating. Therefore, for the sake of your own health, it is better to eat at home.
Potential dangers
Eating while walking involves the whole body being in motion, which can lead to lack of concentration and increase the risk of accidentally biting the tongue or oral mucosa. It can also cause food to be accidentally inhaled into the nasal cavity or windpipe, posing a significant health hazard.
