For some, a healthful diet means having to tolerate eating bland tasting, unsatisfying foods, which can seem like a punishment rather than an enjoyable eating experience.
New research, appearing in the journal Psychological Science, shows that giving healthful dishes a more enticing description can significantly increase the uptake of healthful options.
In the long term, this means that people are more likely to maintain good eating habits, leading to a sustainable, healthful diet and a better quality of life.
This article was first published in Medical News Today by Amy Pashler on Sunday 13 October 2019.
Andrew Neves
Andrew Neves, MSc, CPHC, CPBC, PCQI is a health and wellness coach, small business coach, researcher, and microgreens enthusiast. Since 2017, he has advanced microgreens' nutritional science and applications, founding Microgreens World to educate and inspire health-conscious individuals
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