Food habits and sharing by elders living in Normandy (France)

We present an anthropological study carried out in 2015 in Normandy, that explores how the elderly relate to their diet and what stimulates their appetite. The study was conducted by a multidisciplinary group led by an innovative approach within an agro- food company specialized in nutrition. We discuss the major criteria for appreciation of foods, how the notion of “eating well” equates to balance and well-being and finally the importance of sharing meals with others.