9. The Overeating Exertion in Estonia
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Back when food was scarce and a dish of boiled potatoes and a tiny piece of pork was considered a rich meal, people in Estonia started a tradition where they would indulge on at least one day of the year; they would try to eat seven times on New Year’s Day. The Estonians believe that by following this tradition, they’ll ensure for themselves plenty of food in the coming year. The number of food intakes, however, hugely varies nowadays– from seven to nine, or even twelve meals in a single day! There is, however, a hidden meaning here; 7, 9 and 12 are lucky numbers in Estonia. And besides, the more meals you consume, the more strength you will gain the following year. For example, if you eat seven times, you’ll gain the strength of seven men.
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