The benefits of eating together

Coming together over food can improve your mental and physical health

Stars Insider

12/06/24 | StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE Food

In some countries, mealtimes are sacred and cannot be compromised. The importance of getting the whole family around a table to eat a homecooked lunch or dinner is a daily ritual, respected by multiple generations. However, these traditions are starting to slip, particularly in places where fast food is dominating diets and productivity culture glamorizes those who stick to the grind and wolf down a speedy lunch at their desk.

Many of us grew up with our parents insisting on eating together and found it to be a bore, but there are countless benefits to having regular sit-down meals with members of your family (whether they’re biological or chosen).

Click through the following gallery to learn the science-backed arguments for eating together.

Campo obrigatório

Don’t miss out...


on the latest TV shows, movies, music, and exclusive content from the entertainment industry!

I accept terms & conditions and privacy policy.
I want to receive Exclusive Offers from partners (advertising)

You can easily unsubscribe at any time
Thank you for subscribing