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·February 23, 2022·6 min read

Children Eat What They Like, but Food Intake Driven More by What They Dislike

When presented with a meal, the food a child dislikes is a stronger indicator of what they will eat compared to food they like.

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·January 12, 2023·6 min read

Food for Thought: Early Nutrition Shapes the Brain and Influences What We Like to Eat

Study reveals a strong association between what we eat as young children and our food preferences as adults. Findings reveal early gustatory experiences and diet influence brain development.

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·September 3, 2018·4 min read

How Children Want Their Food Served

According to a new study, children have different preferences for how their food is served, based on gender and age.

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·October 20, 2018·4 min read

Researchers Find Brain Signal that May Help Us Navigate the Holiday Buffet

Researchers report they have discovered the region of the brain that registers excitement over a preferred food option. The study reports the findings could help develop new therapies and treatments to potentially combat obesity and encourage healthier eating.