Not surprising, although sometimes hard to practice in today’s world for some families. Quote:
The data suggested that family mealtime has a wealth of health benefits, especially for children. Kids who ate more meals together with their families tended to eat more fruits, vegetables, fiber, calcium-rich foods, and vitamins, and ate less junk food.
Social improvements were also linked to frequency of family meals. Teens who ate at the family table more often were more likely to show fewer signs of depression and feel that their family was more supportive, compared with teens who dined less often at home.
And no cellphones at the table!
Why Families Who Eat Together Are Healthier | Healthland | TIME.com.
