Enhancing Appetite through Social and Psychological Bonds

Enhancing Appetite through Social and Psychological Bonds

It is helpful to address appetite from both psychological and social perspectives because it is influenced by a variety of elements outside the body’s immediate nutritional demand, such as emotional considerations, personal habits, and the social context of food. Everyone knows that eating in good company or when feeling joyful enhances the enjoyment of a meal.

Here are a few ideas to make meals and food more delightful for our senior loved ones:

Make family mealtime a routine:

Keeping the elderly company at mealtimes can improve the dining experience, increase appetite, and develop family ties—especially for the elderly, who tend to socialize less than younger people.

Planning dishes and cooking together:

Seniors can be made to look forward to eating by including them in the preparation of their daily meals or the family’s weekend treat. This may stimulate their appetite.

Organise teatime:

Teatime is a great time for our senior loved ones to socialize and receive additional nutrition. You might prepare the tea and food ahead of time and invite a friend or relative to join you for teatime with the elderly. Even if you are busy at work or elsewhere throughout the day, the seniors can still have a nice time.

Make mealtime happy time:

Appetite is influenced by mood. While unpleasant emotions may cause a decreased appetite, positive emotions frequently increase the urge to eat. During mealtimes, you can set a joyful tone by enjoying the food together, telling amusing anecdotes, and listening to light music rather than watching dramas or news on TV.

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