The myth of 200 daily food decisions: Study challenges widely-cited claim

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development have critically examined the basis for a frequently cited figure: that people make more than 200 unconscious decisions about food every day. This figure has circulated in scientific publications, the media, and health promotion campaigns for nearly 20 years without ever being empirically validated. An article published in the journal Appetite shows why a more nuanced view of eating behavior is needed.

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