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Aug 1, 2014 · But what if we could train our brains to desire healthy foods? So after a stressful day at work you crave an apple rather than a chocolate bar.
- Liz Vaccariello
- Why do we crave unhealthy food? As explained in a New York Times Magazine piece, “The Extraordinary Science of Addictive Junk Food,” there’s no denying that junk food cravings are powerful, physiological reactions—and, apparently, carefully and strategically developed by food manufacturers.
- Spot sneaky sugars. Look at labels for added sugars and sugars under other names. “There are so many names sugar falls under. Look for things like fructose, brown rice syrup, evaporated cane juice, honey, and agave nectar,” says nutritionist Margaret Eich, RDN, a dietitian in Madison, WI.
- Skip colored plates. A 2018 study found that people ate more pasta and soda if they consumed it off of a red or black plate versus a white one. To eat less overall, choose a white plate and get your color from a rainbow of fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Break your routine. If you always associate 3 p.m. with a trip to the vending machine, start a tradition to walk around the block instead. This may kick your craving altogether.
Mar 1, 2012 · In this article, I will share three steps to help you counteract those primitive parts of your brain that have you chasing high-calorie, nutrient-poor foods. But before you can update your brain’s biological software, you’ve got to understand why it developed in the first place.
Sep 3, 2014 · You might be able to train your brain to prefer healthy food, according to new research in the journal Nutrition and Diabetes. Imagine a life of constantly salivating over kale salads and...
Jan 21, 2023 · Healthy foods became more enticing as they associated them with positivity, compliments from friends, and looser-fitting clothes. So, this study offers several important lessons to remember if you want to rewire your brain for health. Change the way you think about natural foods.
Dec 7, 2014 · A small pilot study at Tufts Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) raises the intriguing possibility that following a new behavioral weight-loss program for six months can in turn reprogram your brains food cravings.
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Training your brain to love healthy foods is a gradual process that requires commitment and patience. By understanding the benefits of healthy eating and adopting new habits, you can rewire your brain to crave nutritious foods and enjoy them just as much as your favorite junk foods.
