Do people feel or and think that eating alone, is healthier than eating in a group, family, business, or date

Question

is it healthier to eat alone, with the exception of one other, but is it healthier to eat alone, without conversation and talking over the business of the day, or whatever the business at hand is?? *( it is annoying having to speak and answer or make comments while eating, does it make for sloppy situations, and dangeroous, is it more apt to cause choking or not swallowing food properly and even cause stomach upset, so does eating alone have something going for it, is it healthier to eat alone?? think of all the pros and cons,

Answer 1

Eating alone all the time is not good. Humans need companionship. Having to talk shop while eating is not good either.

Answer 2

No I think it's unhealthier.. if people eat in company they don't eat out of frustration.. some people eat when  they are lonely. or when  they have stress so if you got someone to talk to that will reduce the stress and you won't grab that extra bit of chocolate or comfort food...  if you are with others.. if you alone and you had a bad day you might just do that seek comfort in food... x*x To think you could choke when eating alone.. that would put us off to ever eat alone.. if that should ever happen to you.. that you get a morsel of food in your windpipe you got to do the ""Heimlich manoeuvre on yourself'' you have to find a chair with a back.. and you need to feel for the end of your sternum.. then you need to go and put your upper body just above the end of the sternum.. the breast bone.. with full force against the edge of the chair.. and the food will come out... unless you have a large piece of meat.. therefore chew well.... always...  don't laugh when you eat....swallow before you talk and don't have food in your mouth when you talk....There are times one wants to be alone and it's great to have a full day alone to do what one wants and you don't even have to dress.. if you want...  you can shower and walk around in your pyjamas or a swimsuit.. and you can eat when you want ... and to eat some favourite ice cream and chocolates on occasion.. to pamper yourself is also ok..  only if that becomes a habit it's not good.  therefore we need alone time and time with others... x*x

Answer 3

Don't think too much in to it.

Eat alone if you like it better that way, if not, then have some company.

Answer 4

Wow, I am so glad that I glanced over here at the etiquette pages. Refreshing to see someone write about an uncommon question. Or, have I been away from etiquette literature for too long?

As of April this year, my job is a split shift, so I am free for 2 or up to 3 hours. I am so grateful because I can go to the store and buy a ready made salad or soup and take it home. I prefer none, or low noise while I am eating.

My boyfriend took me to a nice restaurant on our second date, and we were sat at a booth where we were facing one another. I always personally prefer dining table and chair. It is so much more formal.

Please forgive me in advance, but I am going to mention that my boyfriend, because of lack of self-confidence (overweight 50 lbs.) does not like to sit at dining tables, and seems to be embarassed anywhere in public.

Yes, I definitely agree that in most settings to dine with other people can and does lead to a less enjoyable meal. At times, a meal that may be almost impossible to finish with any pleasantry. So, hats off to us as we recall upon this conversation tomorrow, or, the next time we have the chance to enjoy our meal!

Answer 5

I like to eat alone if possible. I don't like people looking at me while I eat, and I especially don't like sitting face-to-face across from someone especially if it's a date.

Some people like to talk while they eat too, and that bothers me. I like to enjoy my meal being able to focus on what's I'm eating and not that I'm hearing, so I prefer it to be quiet too. Even if you don't talk to them, some people talk to themselves or their cell phone rings and they're rude and don't leave the table to take the call.

One dangerous thing about eating alone is that you could have an allergic reaction to the food or choke and need help. It's impossible to speak (call for help) if you're choking.