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Should Gamers Learn to Cook?


Userlevel 6
Personally, I think gamers should learn to cook as most of the games require gamers to sit still to play it. This can potentially cause quite a lot of problems like higher risk to get health issues like obesity especially the hardcore ones who don't like to exercise. However, when a gamer learns to cook, he or she can control the food that he or she will eat and significantly adjust his or her calorie intake. In this way, the gamer can game on comfortably without worrying about his or her health. Thus, making them able to perform better in game with good health.

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Userlevel 7
To answer your question, I don't think it's mandatory, but if we're talking about living a healthier life, then yes, absolutely. Plus, often times, it's much cheaper.

As I get older, the time spent in front of the computer starts to drain me and I need to retreat to an analog life, which is why I enjoy cooking, myself. But I'm also not a stranger to marathon gaming sessions. I find protein shakes, fruits and veggies to be a good desktop epicurean companion. Throw in some caffeine or a beer (depending on the mood) and it's still way better than getting anything takeout/delivered/fastfood/processed/microwaved.

My favorite while gaming? Kimbap, hands down.
Userlevel 7
Cooking is cool and relaxing, as long as the food is good in the end lol. As i am a gamer, and therefore a lazy person, i don't enjoy cooking that much, i'm better at eating. But probably in an alternate life, if i wouldn't have been gaming i would have probably become a cook. Food is the key to everyone's heart.
Userlevel 7
i mean its not healthy gaming all day or week. gamers need to do household and basic life skills just like in games lmao
Userlevel 7
The truth is a balance of what @kennethyha and @M-S-G said.

Good food+Perseverance/Commitment(in gaming or computing, whatever somebody likes and is good at)+Exercise+Time management
Userlevel 7
According some survey in Japan almost 75% women there prefer marrying man with cooking ability than those who not, so at least there yes gamers should learn cooking for their future too :big_grin_:
Userlevel 7
I agree it would be better/healthier, but more time gamer spents on cooking means less time spent on gaming. :confused_:
Userlevel 6
M-S-G
Na ja ob das kochen dann hilft weiß ich aber auch nicht. Generell hilft hier nur das Gleichgewicht aus einem geregelten Tag. Gesundes Essen, ausreichend Schlaf und viel Bewegung. Optional sollte man einen Job haben und nicht 24/7 spielen. Das ist besser als nur "Kochen" zu lernen.

Well, if that's how cooking helps, I don't know either. In general, only the balance from a regular day helps here. Healthy eating, sufficient sleep and plenty of exercise. Optionally, you should have a job and not play 24/7. This is better than just learning "cooking".

I do agree with your statement but as a teacher I do encourage my students to go full swing in gaming if they are really good in gaming. If they are good in gaming, why not just encourage them to be a professional gamer who play games to earn a living? Cooking is to supply them food, not purely for interest.
Userlevel 6
trendsmartGunmetal191
You have talked about one of the most important fact that need to be considered. I once though about opening a You tube channel for gaming where their would be recipes for gamers who would like to make their food. As all they do is watch you tube and play so they would also learn how to cook.


You are right, being healthy makes your reflexes good and thus gaming would be good. They are proportional.


Yes it is, but a healthy diet is also the reason of a long life and good reflexes.

Agreed. With the recent COVID-19 outbreak, gamers should learn to cook even more. Stay Home and Game On. #stayhomegameon
Userlevel 6
brokeboish
both the games and the show

I see, never watched the show before haha
kennethyha
Personally, I think gamers should learn to cook as most of the games require gamers to sit still to play it. This can potentially cause quite a lot of problems like higher risk to get health issues like obesity especially the hardcore ones who don't like to exercise. However, when a gamer learns to cook, he or she can control the food that he or she will eat and significantly adjust his or her calorie intake. In this way, the gamer can game on comfortably without worrying about his or her health. Thus, making them able to perform better in game with good health.



I think in my opinion depending on the person as each person out there is different, that each person at some point in their life should learn to cook their own meals. Now just because one can cook does not mean that that individual will not still get health issues, because sadly not everyone makes the correct eating habits out there.
But say said gamer wanted to save money and try and be health I would say learn to cook at home that way you can cook the proper foods, and who knows you might some day meet that lady / gent in the future who may or may not be a gamer, but you can show off your cooking skills for them.

I started cooking I think sometime in my 20's or 30's when I moved out as I was not able to do so living with my parents, and I got to say I have used cooking not only as a hobbie but it helps me relieve stress at times since I usually cook meals for my partner and I, and share with my parents from time to time as I take them meals.
kennethyha
I agree with what you said. What a fine young man you are!


I thank you on the compliment, I am not sure I would think of myself as young to be honest, but as well do not think of myself to be too old either, at least I hope I am not the oldest on here lol. I am 37 right now. 🙂
Userlevel 6
shmekermeister
I agree it would be better/healthier, but more time gamer spents on cooking means less time spent on gaming. :confused_:

Well, it depends. Compare to gamers who like to order food from outside or go to a restaurant to eat, they need time to do it too. If there is a lot of people on the waiting list, it's even worst. I personally think gamers cook by themselves is more time-saving, economic and most importantly, healthy.
Na ja ob das kochen dann hilft weiß ich aber auch nicht. Generell hilft hier nur das Gleichgewicht aus einem geregelten Tag. Gesundes Essen, ausreichend Schlaf und viel Bewegung. Optional sollte man einen Job haben und nicht 24/7 spielen. Das ist besser als nur "Kochen" zu lernen.

Well, if that's how cooking helps, I don't know either. In general, only the balance from a regular day helps here. Healthy eating, sufficient sleep and plenty of exercise. Optionally, you should have a job and not play 24/7. This is better than just learning "cooking".
Userlevel 6
Dekades
To answer your question, I don't think it's mandatory, but if we're talking about living a healthier life, then yes, absolutely. Plus, often times, it's much cheaper.

As I get older, the time spent in front of the computer starts to drain me and I need to retreat to an analog life, which is why I enjoy cooking, myself. But I'm also not a stranger to marathon gaming sessions. I find protein shakes, fruits and veggies to be a good desktop epicurean companion. Throw in some caffeine or a beer (depending on the mood) and it's still way better than getting anything takeout/delivered/fastfood/processed/microwaved.

My favorite while gaming? Kimbap, hands down.

GG even throw a kimbap recipe into the comment 😆. I'm gonna try it out! I agree with your opinion. It's cheaper and healthier for sure!
I agree with cooking and want to add exercising. No only is exercising good for you like a heath diet, it can help with your reflexes. And quick reflexes helps with your gaming.
kennethyha
Personally, I think gamers should learn to cook as most of the games require gamers to sit still to play it. This can potentially cause quite a lot of problems like higher risk to get health issues like obesity especially the hardcore ones who don't like to exercise. However, when a gamer learns to cook, he or she can control the food that he or she will eat and significantly adjust his or her calorie intake. In this way, the gamer can game on comfortably without worrying about his or her health. Thus, making them able to perform better in game with good health.


You have talked about one of the most important fact that need to be considered. I once though about opening a You tube channel for gaming where their would be recipes for gamers who would like to make their food. As all they do is watch you tube and play so they would also learn how to cook.

Brastic
I agree with cooking and want to add exercising. No only is exercising good for you like a heath diet, it can help with your reflexes. And quick reflexes helps with your gaming.

You are right, being healthy makes your reflexes good and thus gaming would be good. They are proportional.

.Surf.
Cooking is cool and relaxing, as long as the food is good in the end lol. As i am a gamer, and therefore a lazy person, i don't enjoy cooking that much, i'm better at eating. But probably in an alternate life, if i wouldn't have been gaming i would have probably become a cook. Food is the key to everyone's heart.

Yes it is, but a healthy diet is also the reason of a long life and good reflexes.
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cravenguy
It really depends on your idea of gamer vs ordinary people. To me, gamers aren't that different from ordinary people-i think gamers are ordinary themselves. Lack of exercise or eating a surplus of unhealthy food isn't a characteristic unique to gamers.Also gamers have varying amounts of time they spend gaming. It would be a whole different topic if we were specifically discussing diehard gamers tho

You are right but in my opinion it is risky to be a diehard gamer. Gamers need to have a good health too, in order to be good in games and able to play more games in their lifetime. Without a healthy body, they might get sick and unable to play games well. Worst, they might die and unable to play games anymore, specifically the newly or will be released one. Don't you think it's a pity?
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cravenguy
I don't understand why the only incentive you list for good health is "to be able to play more games". I agree that gamers need to be healthy, but everybody else should to. However my top reasons for desiring good health aren't going to be focused on being able to play more games.

I mean for hardcore gamers. I am not a hardcore gamer but I play games daily whenever I have time. I love to travel, to see the wonders of the world, the way how people from different parts of the world managing things, to learn their strength, try out the different acceptable food and compare the real world places with the in game ones
Userlevel 6
xcriosx
I thank you on the compliment, I am not sure I would think of myself as young to be honest, but as well do not think of myself to be too old either, at least I hope I am not the oldest on here lol. I am 37 right now. :)

I am 25 if my birthday passed. It's hard to see a year 37 gamer tho haha
Userlevel 4
Women like, and greatly appreciate, men that can cook. Watch some cooking shows, do some experimenting in the kitchen, and enjoy more than what your gaming can offer. Take this as a married, 45 year old gamer who can handle himself equally well in the kitchen and behind a keyboard.
Userlevel 3
I uh, forgot about this thread. ok, final thoughts:
gamers should learn how to cook. however I believe absolutely everyone should have at least a basic understanding of general cooking. cooking for yourself is absolutely essential for any occupation, not just gaming. the reason why I think this way is because I do not know a single person who lives independently and doesn't know how to cook SOMETHING. everyone should eventually know how to make basic foods, like eggs, rice, soups, etc.
engineers need 2 know how to cook. so do professional soccer players. and janitors. university students.
everyone needs to know how to cook whether they are a gamer or not.
but the minimum anybody should know about cooking is absolutely debatable
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Ich sag ja nicht, das es falsch ist. Ich wollte nur sagen, die richtige Lebensweise in Ernährung und Bewegung ist der richtige Weg.

I'm not saying it's wrong. I just wanted to say that the right way of life in nutrition and exercise is the right way.
Userlevel 6
Joikansai
According some survey in Japan almost 75% women there prefer marrying man with cooking ability than those who not, so at least there yes gamers should learn cooking for their future too :big_grin_:

😂 Never thought of that GGWP! Sounds like it is one of the valid reason, or else 4ever single! Hahahaha
Userlevel 3
I really don't see why the reasons for needing to learn how 2 cook would be different for gamers as opposed to literally anyone else
Userlevel 6
cravenguy
I really don't see why the reasons for needing to learn how 2 cook would be different for gamers as opposed to literally anyone else

There is. Gamers spend time sitting stationary while ordinary people move around. Buy cooking by themselves, gamers can effectively cut down their calorie intake and maintain their body weight or even prevent themselves from getting obese. As a result, they can live longer and game longer. Don't you think so?