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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

How Eating Got Complicated

Dec 4, 2023
43:10
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Explore the evolution of our relationship with food, the influence of advertisements and branding, the relationship between binge eating and addiction, the cost of Yale and assignments in a happiness course, and the complicated dynamics people have with food including breast milk versus formula, the influence of food science, and the manipulation of low fat foods.
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Quick takeaways

  • Our relationship with food has become more complicated in today's society, with advertisements and branding influencing our perception of food and leading to disconnected wanting and liking systems.
  • Many individuals struggle with behaviors resembling addiction when it comes to food, and a positive narrative and focus on the pleasure of food can help combat binging behaviors.

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The Evolution of Food: From Pleasure to Obsession

Food was once a simple means of fulfilling our basic needs, but as society has evolved, our relationship with food has become more complicated. Ancient cultures did not prioritize pleasure in food, but rather viewed it as a means of survival. In today's hyper-palatable food environment, our wanting and liking systems have become disconnected. Advertisements, branding, and packaging play a significant role in influencing our perception of food. Restriction can also lead to binging behaviors, as our brains fixate on what we can't have. Mindful eating and paying attention to how food truly tastes can help realign our wanting and liking systems. It is important to shift our focus from diets and restrictions to enjoying food in a healthier way.

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