WebMD: Benefits of Family Dinners

WebMD compiled a list of 10 reasons to eat family meals together:

10 Benefits of Family Dinners

• You and your kids will talk more.
• You’ll be more likely to hear about a serious problem.
• Kids will feel like you’re proud of them.
• There will be less stress and tension at home.
• Everyone eats healthier meals.
• Kids are less likely to become overweight or obese.
• Kids are more likely to stay away from cigarettes.
• They’re less likely to drink alcohol.
• They won’t likely try marijuana.
• They’re less likely to use illicit drugs.
• Friends won’t likely abuse prescription drugs.
• School grades will be better.

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