“Being alone is one thing, but dining solo doesn’t mean you’re lonely,” says Jill Weber, an anthropologist and the owner of ...

Eating alone can lead to overeating, increased stress, and poor digestion. Registered dietitians say that communal eating can help combat the negative effects of solo eating. If you can't eat with ...

Having a meal is almost always a group activity in every culture. People come together, share food and drinks, talk, and interact with one another. However, in our modern world, just like anything ...

With solo reservations on the rise but many restaurants still restricting tables to two or more, solitary Americans often feel left out or stigmatized. Credit...Kathleen Fu Supported by By Priya ...

Table for one? That was often met by a surprised, often sympathetic look from a restaurant host - and interpreted by many a solo diner as a sign the host pitied them for not being able to produce a ...

Why eating alone is normal in some cultures, and rare in others. This quick look explores how mealtime habits reflect deeper ...

While society often views solo dining as a sign of loneliness, psychological research reveals that people who prefer eating alone possess an enviable collection of strengths—from exceptional ...

Older adults who regularly eat meals alone are more likely to experience poorer nutrition and health outcomes than those who share meals with others, new research by Flinders University has found. The ...

It’s Thanksgiving again, which is typically a time of celebration for most Americans. Nevertheless, it can be difficult to feel happy or grateful when you’re eating alone. For many, the effects of ...

Eating alone in public can feel awkward for some people. Many worry about what others might think or feel self-conscious without company. But for others, dining solo is no big deal. They sit ...