Domino Four is described as many foods
in today’s society are processed and can increase the chemical load on one’s
body. This in turn increases the amount of toxins present. The presence of
herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers (petroleum-based and synthetic) can
greatly obstruct the body’s immune system from working properly.
Domino Three suggests that the
increased consumption of processed sugar, processed flour, processed salt,
alcohol, and caffeine actually increase the stress levels of the body and
increase the sympathetic drive as well as other negative physiological
responses.
Domino Two states that because the
current American’s lifestyle is under a state of constant stress, it is more
likely that good eating habits are not present. The typical American is very
likely to eat junk foods, fast foods, comfort foods and processed foods that
are high in calories yet low in nutrients thus compromising multiple aspects of
health and one of the leading causes of obesity. The body will hinder the fall
of health for as long as possible however can only fight malnutrition for so
long.
Domino One refers to the depletion of
nutrients present in the body because of levels of constant stress. The body
metabolizes water-soluble vitamins and minerals for energy production. Depletion
of these key nutrients is present even if stress is from sitting in front of
your computer all day. During levels of stress the body relies more heavily on
these nutrients thus robbing your levels and affecting overall health status.
Reference:
Seaward, Brian Luke. MANAGING STRESS 6E VITALBOOKS. 6th
Edition. Jones & Bartlett
Learning, 2008. VitalBook file.
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