Understanding the Social Influence on Eating: Harnessing the Power of Social Modeling
Introduction: Dining in Company Ever noticed that the amount you eat can mysteriously align with those around you? This isn’t just coincidence—it’s a phenomenon known as “social modelling of eating,” which highlights how our dining companions can significantly shape our food intake. Whether you’re aware of it or not, this social influence permeates our eating […]
Decoding Social Norms and Their Impact on Eating Behaviour
Introduction to Social Norms in Eating When it comes to our eating behaviour, it’s not just about hunger or fullness. Social contexts greatly influence our dietary choices, indicating that the way we eat is significantly impacted by those around us. Researchers Suzanne Higgs, Jason Thomas, Julia Suwalska, and Paweł Bogdański have explored these complex social […]
Challenges to Eating Healthily—and Strategies to Overcome Them
Adopting a healthy diet can be met with numerous challenges. Here are some common obstacles you might encounter, along with practical ways to navigate them. Also, refer to our “10 Tips for Enhancing Your Nutrition” for further guidance. Healthy Food is Too Costly Limited Time to Cook Unfamiliar Cooking Methods Preference for Less Healthy Foods […]
Transforming Your Relationship with Food
Understanding how to eat healthily is one thing, putting it into practice is quite another. For many, adopting a nutritious diet presents a considerable challenge due to numerous influencing factors. Family traditions, cultural norms, and societal pressures significantly impact our dietary preferences. Additionally, our innate cravings for calories and fats—rooted in times when food was […]