THE SIGNIFICANT ROLES PLAYED BY FOOD IN SOCIETY
-MATTIA FRINCHILLUCCI
Regardless some people does not pay much attention to what they eat,
undeniably food plays a key role in our everyday life. This is why many
sociologists assume that it effects the society under different aspects.
On the one hand, as far as food’s nutritional power is concerned, it has a huge
impact on our health. Both mind and body need good nutrients to stay
healthy and work properly. Not only must we eat to not have hunger, but it is
needed to choose carefully what we consume to get the most suitable
nutrients. If we always feel tired, we should eat more vegetables and fruits. If
we want to get shredded, we should follow a hypocaloric diet and take many
proteins, and so on…
On the other hand, food ability to bring people together could be taken into
account, too. Undoubtedly, I can safely assume that eating to socialise is a
common cliché. When eating good-tasting food, all social interactions are
easier. This is why to know new people or keep in touch with others, food
may play a key role. In fact, It is not a case that on holidays families usually
gather in the dining room.
To conclude, food plays significant roles in the society, but some are more
effective than others. I feel that of the two ones mentioned above, the former
has more effectiveness. In fact, we can socialise even if not eating with others,
but it is impossible to achieve an healthy lifestyle without taking the right
nutrients.