Did you know?

1. Did you know that there is a link between happiness and health?

There are many studies conducted all over the world that show a clear link between happiness and health - happier people live longer and have less health problems. The happiest occasions for majority of people are summer holidays, shared meals with friends and family and Christmas holidays, in this order of importance.

2. Did you know that the family dinner is vital for developing family bonds?

Research shows that family dinner is an important time for families to be together to talk, it's more important than play and story time in the development of vocabulary in young children. Furthermore, children who eat regular family meals are more emotionally stable and have a happier childhood. So go ahead, choose a nice recipe, create a meal and enjoy spending this quality time with your family every day.

3. Did you know that the formula for ever-lasting happiness is known for thousands of years?

According to an old Chinese proverb, if you want happiness for an hour - take a nap, happiness for a day - go fishing, happiness for a year - inherit a fortune, but the key to a life-time happiness is - doing good to others! Sounds familiar?

4. Did you know that regular family meals have multiple beneficial effects in the lives of children, teens and adolescents?

It is true! Children who eat one meal a day with their family are less likely to become obese, while frequent family meals are associated with better grades in 11 to 18 year-olds. Also, adolescent girls who have frequent family meals in a positive atmosphere are less likely to have eating disorders.