Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 3255: 5 Powerful Calorie Control Tricks To Help You Eat Less Food by Ben Greenfield on Appetite Management
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Jan 11, 2026 
In this engaging discussion, fitness and wellness coach Ben Greenfield, renowned for his insights on biohacking and nutrition, shares five clever strategies to curb calorie intake. He explains how using smaller plates can trick your mind into eating less and emphasizes 'out of sight, out of mind' to minimize temptation. Ben highlights the importance of a distraction-free dining environment, noting that entertainment can lead to overeating. These practical tips empower listeners to naturally manage appetite and make smarter food choices.
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Downsize Your Dishware
- Use smaller plates, bowls, and utensils to reduce portion sizes automatically.
- People served 31% more with larger bowls and 14% more with larger scoops in studies cited by Ben Greenfield.
Hide Temptations, Front Healthy Foods
- Keep tempting foods out of sight and make healthy foods visible to reduce snacking.
- Ben Greenfield stores treats in inconvenient spots so he's less likely to grab empty calories.
Environment Shapes Eating Automatically
- Environmental cues (sight, smell, proximity) powerfully drive consumption without conscious awareness.
- Small changes to food visibility and placement can produce large automatic reductions in calories.
