Improving Nutrition through Interior Design — erinlamb

Have you ever been to a restaurant where the lights seem to get dimmer the longer you’re there? I don’t know about you, but it starts making me feel claustrophobic!

Lighting is a big deal to me as it can make or break a mood. Growing up my mom would always cook with only a few lights on and I couldn’t stand it. When I was in the kitchen…all of the lights were on + the blinds open! Your kitchen is a much happier place when it’s bright. When we are happy we are more likely to choose nutrient dense foods, which in turn fuels a good mood!

If you don’t have a home with big windows, try to add as much light as you can! Warm lights give your kitchen + home a more cozy feel rather than white lights which are more stark.

In addition to light – keep a speaker in our kitchen to play soft tunes while you cook + eat. This can help you feel relaxed and make you more mindful of what you’re eating, encouraging you to choose a healthier meal + recognizing when you are full. 

BONUS: if your kitchen is attached to a patio it makes it convenient to eat outside! We can all use more sunshine + Vitamin D. A recent study has suggested that increased Vitamin D can have a positive effect on gut health.

Image from Emilgroup

What I LOVE about my current kitchen is it has HUGE windows. It lets a ton of natural light in which makes for a happy mood + perfect lighting for my food photography 😉 The big windows also make the space feel a lot bigger.