6 Reasons Why Masterchef is Good for You

So it's that time of year again. Masterchef: The Professionals is running riot on BBC Two. Although I can hardly allude to Masterchef being annual - it is ALWAYS on, which is great for someone like me, an obsessive-complusive watcher and avid admirer of Michel Roux.

Here are 6 really good reasons as to why Masterchef is good for you.

1. Laughter
We all know that laughter is healthy. It adds on years to our lives if we laugh often enough. And what better way to get some laughs than watch a bunch of professional chefs suck at the thing their supposed to be good at? Yes you may think I'm being rude, callous and harsh even, but there is nothing funnier than a chef believing he's the next Michel Roux and then messing up his souffle. Add into the mix a few of Monica's expressions and you've got yourself a laughter concoction.

2. Michel Roux Jr
Michel Roux is good for the soul. I know I'm slightly biased in my opinion of him (j'adorrrreeee), but his little quips, God-like cooking skills and cheeky little smile will turn anyone's frown upside down.

3. Cooking
I'm a firm believer in the benfits of an understanding of good food (I guess you could call me a 'foodie'). Having a good knowledge of ingredients and processes can only enable you to put good things into your body, and enjoy doing it. What better way to learn about the processes of a kitchen, flavour combinations and the French classics than watching a hearty episode of Masterchef? And you can always laugh if they get it wrong...

4. Drama
One of the things I love about Masterchef is the drama. It's like watcing a crime series - constantly on edge, wondering who's going to get killed next. Okay, a possible exaggeration, but being gripped is definitely good for the heart (I think). And jumping up and down during the elimination is a clear calorie-burner.

5. Critics
Daydreaming is good for you right? Floating off into another world of joy and sunshine can turn a gross day into a fabulous one. My favourite daydream? Being a critic! Their jobs sound FANTASTIC. Their actual skills are eating food and having opinions. I already have those skills! Pick me!

6. Relieves any boredom
Masterchef the Professionals is on 4 days a week. That's 3 and a half hours of watching time. Bored after work one evening and don't fancy doing sociable things? Watch Masterchef! It's like comfort eating without actually eating anything. And if you are cool with lots of things to do all evening, its a great hangover cure and has definite omnibus potential.

So there we have it. The ultimate programme with added health benefits. Do something amazing for yourself this week.... watch Masterchef.