Comparing Generations: Eating Habits Then and Now

The way people eat has changed dramatically over the past few decades, influenced by advancements in technology, globalization, urbanization, and changing lifestyles. Comparing the eating habits of my parents at my age with my own provides a fascinating perspective on how food, society, and health intersect. While it is difficult to generalize completely, I believe that my parents, on the whole, ate healthier food at my age than I do now, and several factors contribute to this conclusion, including the availability of processed foods, the pace of modern life, cultural traditions, and the approach to home cooking.
One of the primary differences between my parents’ generation and mine is the level of food processing and convenience. …