Chewing well slows down the formation of wrinkles

Chewing well is certainly an excellent habit in our diet, which helps not to waste the quality and pleasure of food, but above all to have a good digestionIf you swallow large pieces, your stomach has to work harder, which means more fermentation, gas, and bloating—that is, heavy digestion. It takes your brain about 20 minutes to understand that you're full. By chewing slowly, you give the signals time to arrive, and therefore you eat with less effort, less craving, and less risk of weight gain. 

But there are also other important benefits to chewing well, some of which you might not even suspect.

• Chewing well means stimulating the facial muscles, from the mouth to the cheeks, which thus remain toned. With this activity, sagging skin slows down, as does the formation of wrinkles. wrinkles.
• It promotes blood circulation in the face and helps nourish the skin, giving the entire face a younger and healthier appearance. 
• The rhythmic motion of chewing sends signals to the brain that slightly "wake it up." This is one of the reasons why some people feel more focused while chewing (e.g., chewing gum).
• Some research, starting from one I study Japanese, published in 2023 on Neuropeptides, They suggest that chewing activates the hippocampus (a key area for memory). It's not a "magical" effect, but it can help keep the brain more active.
• In older adults, good chewing ability is associated with a lower risk of cognitive decline. However, this also depends on many other factors (diet, general health, lifestyle).
• Good chewing stimulates saliva, which helps protect teeth and maintain balance in the mouth.

How to chew well

But what does "chew well" mean? And how do you do it? It's all very simple and natural, and it's just a matter of getting into the habit. 

• The first rule is simple: not have hurryIf you eat quickly, you tend to swallow without chewing enough. Eating quickly reduces your ability to process food properly, which should only be swallowed when thoroughly chewed and broken into pieces. 

There is no fixed magic number to photograph correct chewing, but a good reference is:

• 20–30 chews per bite
• until the food becomes almost like a cream

• Avoid drinking immediately after each bite: this gives your saliva time to do its job.
• Chew on both sides: Your tongue and cheeks help distribute food evenly, and eating on both sides prevents muscle imbalances and jaw problems.
• Alternate between hard and soft foods. This will prevent weakening of the chewing system. 
• Don't eat while distracted by your phone, smartphone, or TV: this causes you to chew poorly. 
• Take small bites: the bigger the bite, the more difficult it will be to chew well.

Read also: 

• Good reasons to eat slowly 
• How to avoid nervous hunger