Jerica Berge, associate professor at the University of Minnesota’s department of family medicine and community health, claimed that the main reasons behind couples’ weight gain were romantic dinners and their food-related social behaviors. On the other hand, researchers at Central Queensland University found that couples did not necessarily have an unhealthier lifestyle compared to singles. Studies have also shown that people who live with their spouse or partner have a 10 to 15 percent higher life expectancy as couples tend to look after each other’s well-being. There are also benefits to being single, however, apart from slower weight gain. According to Psychology Today, people who embrace being single live their best, most authentic and most meaningful lives.

Source: The Star March 25, 2018 04:07 UTC