On April 12, 1961, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human being in space, and a large number of expeditions followed. In 1969 Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin stepped on the Moon. However, traveling and staying in space is a physically and psychologically difficult process. Astronauts experience various negative feelings. Some of them have a decrease in maximal oxygen intake, accelerated aging mainly due to increased exposure to radioactivity and loss of blood plasma. Although most people believe that the percentage of gravity in space is minimal, small amounts of gravity are actually found in space. The diet of astronauts since the 1980s has been an attraction, mainly for the female sex. According to studies, the diet followed by the astronauts on their trip to space could reduce the weight in a very short time.
The NASA diet
This diet has been classified as the “NASA diet” and was quite strict, so the World Health Organization classifies it as a chemical diet.
Features of the NASA diet
The main feature of this diet is the high absorption of proteins through eggs or meat. In addition, the elimination of dairy products from the daily diet, such as milk and yogurt, is also a familiar feature of this diet. The NASA diet is suitable for everyone and has no restrictions. Whoever chooses to follow him can consume as many vegetables or meat as he wants. Breakfast alone should be the same every day except for the two detox days.
Chemical diets can instantly turn on the metabolism. This can be achieved by replacing fatty foods with non-fatty ones such as fruits and vegetables. The “chemistry game” the body enters accelerates fat burning. Rapid weight loss of more than 4 kg per month is the main reason why many people choose this diet. The NASA diet started with a two-week program, in which there were two detox days (one for each week).
When did the study of the astronauts’ diet begin?
The study of the astronaut diet began long before the 1980s when it became known as the NASA diet. In fact, studies began in 1961, when the first human journey into space was made. The problem was that the gravity was too low. The relative lack of gravity would make people want to puke. However, the opinions of scientists were not so correct because the first person who traveled in space in 1961; that is, Yuri Gagarin managed to feed himself properly and adequately.
Food preparation process
Food can be mortgaged in special decompression containers to be able to eat them without problems due to weightlessness. The consumption of fruit and buns can be done in their natural form, since they do not need special processing. Other foods such as spaghetti will need water to be consumed. Also, there is an oven on the spacecraft. Finally, the storage of salt and pepper must be done in liquid form. This is only to prevent clogging of the ventilation system, as well as any injury to the astronauts’ eyes.
General foods
The most common foods for a space trip are chicken, seafood, pastries, nuts and fruits. Still, peanut butter, beef, and condiments like ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard are still an option. Drinks such as coffee, orange juice and lemonade can be consumed.
Other health recommendations
Astronauts make sure they sleep at least 8 hours every day in special chambers. Their diet consists of 55% carbohydrates, 30% fat and 15% protein. In addition, they should consume supplements of omega-3 fats and beta-alanine to protect the immune system daily. In addition, the environment where they are almost free of viruses and bacteria. The crew monitors their hygiene daily and keeps a diary of illnesses and blood samples for research purposes.
In summary, it is worth noting that before embarking on a trip to space, a thorough study is done by nutritionists because the diet of astronauts is important. The nutritional needs of astronauts are different. In the case of a small woman, they need 1900 kcal per day, while an older man needs 3200 kcal per day. The daily meals of astronauts are breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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