{"id":10820,"date":"2022-09-28T15:59:57","date_gmt":"2022-09-28T19:59:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp2.dinnertime.com\/content\/?p=10820"},"modified":"2022-09-28T20:36:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-29T00:36:06","slug":"the-facts-support-family-meals-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp2.dinnertime.com\/content\/2022\/09\/28\/the-facts-support-family-meals-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Facts Support Family Meals"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Check out these facts:\"\"<\/h2>\n

The more times you eat together as a family, the more your family connection increases, which means increased self-esteem, a sense of well-being, and positive social behaviors<\/strong><\/em>. This applies to both adults and children.<\/p>\n

Without reading these facts, I know in my heart that eating together is the right thing to do. I recognize that our family connection is enhanced, and we all feel more balanced and supported. I\u2019m always motivated to do better when I read information like this.<\/p>\n

Knowing the benefits of family meals is great, but it\u2019s really about how<\/strong> <\/em>to achieve this goal of regular, expected family meals that will work in our crazy lives. I’m not the most organized person, so anything that helps me stay on top of my meetings, back-to-school nights, sports practices, and work obligations is really appreciated.<\/p>\n

I like to cook, but I don\u2019t always like to have<\/em><\/span>\u00a0to cook!<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sometimes, I am just so pressed for time,<\/strong><\/em> so choosing an easy recipe and knowing I have the ingredients on hand is key. I used to go through phases of eating the same thing over and over until everyone complained. It’s easier now because I use my DinnerTime meal recommendations for a lot more variety. Although my Usual profile captures all my needs, I sometimes have fun searching in the DinnerTime Recipe Box. My favorite searches are sheet pan<\/a>, one pot<\/a>, easy <\/a><\/strong><\/em>and slow cooker<\/a>. <\/strong><\/em>You can spot a pattern here! I\u00a0then add these dishes to my meal plan and know that all the ingredients will appear on my DinnerTime Grocery List<\/a>. What I discover in my DinnerTime Recipe Box<\/a> motivates and excites me to prepare these dishes.<\/p>\n

My other trick is to double the number of servings and enjoy the meal another night. I love knowing we are eating healthy foods that will power our brains, bodies, and energies.<\/p>\n

Establish Routines\"\"<\/h3>\n