Sitting at the table with friends and family makes you happier and of course this affects our health. This fact is confirmed by the last two studies that have shown that eating not alone, but with other people is a habit that is good for us.
The first study was conducted by the "Minnesota University" and published in the journal "Family, System and Health", which analyzes daily health habits and rituals in Italy, Germany and the United States. More than a thousand people participated in it. from each country.The second is a report published in the journal "Nutrition Research", which analyzes studies that confirm how eating together is a good habit for your health, makes you happier and less stressed.
In the first study, interviewees said they were in a better mood at the end of meals they consumed in the company of other people and maintained this state throughout the day.
Eating together strengthens relationships
According to two studies, positive relationships were found between the frequency of shared meals and the strengthening of social relationships. In Italy, 74% of respondents said they eat six or more meals a week with family or friends.
It is a healthy habit
Sitting at the table in the company of people is good for your body as well. According to Professor Francesco Visoli at the University of Padua: "The social context has a profound influence on eating behavior. When people enjoy a meal, they prioritize health and well-being, which is also favored by healthy eating and consumption of fruit and vegetables. vegetables."
Attention social networks!
But, in all this range of positive aspects that come from eating together with other people, you should be careful about interacting with your phone and electronic devices. Photos, videos, posts on Instagram are often people's favorite sport, but this makes the situation worse. According to researchers, using the phone during meals does not leave time for interesting conversations and discussions, and as a result, the connection with other people at the table is not as strong and attractive.
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