Is it better to eat on the ground or sit in a chair?

The habit of standing, sitting at a table or sitting on a mat depends on culture, economic conditions, number of people and preferences. Normally, during parties and feasts, many families will spread out mats and sit together. During family meals, people often sit at the table because the number is small, making it easier to talk to each other.

However, eating posture still affects the digestive process. When sitting at the dining table, you can stretch your legs and back straight, without feeling constrained or straining your back. The stomach is not compressed so it is easy to digest, people can eat more. In foreign countries, most people stand when participating in parties.

When sitting on the ground, if the floor and mat are not kept clean, the food may be more contaminated with dust and bacteria. Pregnant women should not sit or squat. Men and women who sit for long periods of time also suffer from back and joint pain. In a cramped space, sitting on the ground also makes you uncomfortable, prone to cramps in your arms and legs, affecting your stomach, leading to eating quickly to get up quickly. The sitting position forces the abdomen to bend, which can cause difficulty in the digestive system.

You should choose a eating position that suits your situation and health condition. The most important thing is to eat clean, cook thoroughly, eat cooked food and drink boiled food to ensure health. Don’t sit down and eat too long or too fast in less than 20 minutes. You should drink lots of water and eat lots of green vegetables. Chew food thoroughly to ease digestion and reduce pressure on the stomach.