Use three fingers while eating; Lick your fingers after finishing your food

The hadith narrated by Ka'b bin Malik (May Allah be pleased with him) tells us about the eating etiquette of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). He taught us that when we eat, we should use our thumb, index finger and middle finger. After finishing our food, it is recommended for us to lick our fingers as a sign of gratitude for what we have been blessed with. This teaches us to appreciate all that we have been given and not take anything for granted. It also reminds us that even in something as mundane as eating, there is an etiquette which should be followed in order to show respect towards ourselves and others around us.