Whether you’re enjoying some freshly baked biscuits or sharing a meal at the dinner table with family and friends, eating makes us feel good. It’s comfort in a bowl – we give food to loved ones going through a hard time, and scoop into a tub of ice cream if we’re having a bad day. Cooking can also comfort – it’s an act that helps meet the basic need of fuelling yourself with food, but the benefits go far beyond that… Cooking for yourself has been linked to increased happiness, relaxation, greater self-awareness, boosted self-confidence, and more.
The benefits of cooking for yourself
ESTABLISH A ROUTINE
Scheduling a time to cook for yourself or your family/household each night increases your chances of eating well – rather than ordering fast food as a convenient, last-minute option. Create a habit of it, add it
