Tag: Food rituals

According to nutrition experts, a significant portion of the population eats too quickly, impairing digestion and satisfaction. So, what is the proper way to eat meals to ensure you're getting the most out of your food and improving your overall health?

According to one study, up to 70% of autistic children have distinctive eating behaviors, a rate much higher than their neurotypical peers. For many on the spectrum, these habits often revolve around specific “comfort foods” or “safe foods” that provide a sense of stability and reassurance in an unpredictable world. Understanding the complex reasons behind why autistic people have comfort foods requires looking past simple pickiness and into sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and the need for routine.