The Power of Visual Food Presentation on Weight Management
Hey there, fellow health enthusiasts! Have you ever stopped to think about how the way your food is presented affects your eating habits and ultimately, your weight? A recent study sheds light on the fascinating link between visual food presentation, liking, appetite, and food-evoked emotions, and their indirect impact on weight management. In this newsletter, […]
Understanding the Social Influence on Eating: Harnessing the Power of Social Modeling
Introduction: Dining in Company Ever noticed that the amount you eat can mysteriously align with those around you? This isn’t just coincidence—it’s a phenomenon known as “social modelling of eating,” which highlights how our dining companions can significantly shape our food intake. Whether you’re aware of it or not, this social influence permeates our eating […]
How Social Dynamics Shape Your Plate: Unveiling the Influence of Behaviors on Eating Habits
The Social Appetite Have you ever found yourself reaching for that extra slice of pizza just because everyone else did? Our eating habits are intricately tied to the social contexts we find ourselves in, often more than we realize. This fascinating interplay between social dynamics and dietary choices forms a rich tapestry that influences our […]
Decoding Social Norms and Their Impact on Eating Behaviour
Introduction to Social Norms in Eating When it comes to our eating behaviour, it’s not just about hunger or fullness. Social contexts greatly influence our dietary choices, indicating that the way we eat is significantly impacted by those around us. Researchers Suzanne Higgs, Jason Thomas, Julia Suwalska, and Paweł Bogdański have explored these complex social […]
Exploring the Social Influences on Obesity
The rise in obesity rates across the globe, and especially in the United States, poses a significant threat to public health. As of recent estimates, nearly 40% of American adults are classified as obese, a figure that continues to grow despite public health efforts aimed at reversing this trend. Obesity is more than just an […]
Challenges to Eating Healthily—and Strategies to Overcome Them
Adopting a healthy diet can be met with numerous challenges. Here are some common obstacles you might encounter, along with practical ways to navigate them. Also, refer to our “10 Tips for Enhancing Your Nutrition” for further guidance. Healthy Food is Too Costly Limited Time to Cook Unfamiliar Cooking Methods Preference for Less Healthy Foods […]
Transforming Your Relationship with Food
Understanding how to eat healthily is one thing, putting it into practice is quite another. For many, adopting a nutritious diet presents a considerable challenge due to numerous influencing factors. Family traditions, cultural norms, and societal pressures significantly impact our dietary preferences. Additionally, our innate cravings for calories and fats—rooted in times when food was […]
The Essential Role of Cooking Skills in Weight Loss
When it comes to losing weight, the first thoughts often revolve around diets, exercise, and counting calories. But an equally important, often overlooked aspect is the role of cooking skills. This blog post delves into why mastering the art of cooking can be a game-changer in your weight loss journey. 1. Control Over Ingredients One […]