Feeding is providing nourishment to sustain life, while eating involves cultural and social aspects beyond sustenance. Foodways describe a group's food traditions and habits, which are tied to cultural identity. The omnivore's paradox refers to the potential risks of eating a wide variety of foods. Cultural identity is symbolically associated with food traditions. Food habits can be difficult to change due to acculturation, or the adoption of a new cultural identity. In addition to taste, the Consumer Food Choice model considers convenience, quality/nutrition/health, and price/value as factors influencing food selection. Biomedical views focus on materialism and individualism rather than nature or spirituality, contrasting with some cultural perspectives. Healing therapies