October 9, 2020
October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. It’s a time to reflect on the importance of eating more healthfully and eating together.
If you have children or a partner at home, all of the never-ending togetherness during the pandemic may have you wanting to eat meals alone. But, don’t give up on family meals yet! There are SO many benefits of eating meals together as a family, and those benefits don’t just apply to your kiddos.
And, no, it doesn’t have to be every meal and it doesn’t even have to be dinner. Do what works for your household this week. If mornings are lower key these days, eat breakfast together. If you’re working late hours but breaking mid-day at the same time as your partner, eat lunch together.
The bottom line is that eating together leads to so many benefits. Here are just a few:
Why It’s Important To Eat Meals Together
Seriously, the act of sharing family meals impacts the whole family now and down the road. If you’re sold on family meals but struggle to get a healthy meal on the table or even just to get everyone to the table, here are some tips that may help.
Tips to Make It Happen
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