Category: Seasonal science

According to studies, many people consume an extra 90 to 250 calories per day during the winter months, often in the form of sugary, carbohydrate-rich foods. This common phenomenon leads to a frequent question: do people eat more sugar in the winter? The answer, supported by a mix of biological, psychological, and environmental factors, is a resounding yes.

According to a 2021 study from China, a 1°C increase in ambient temperature was found to decrease food intake by 0.11%. So, do we feel less hungry in summer? Yes, and this is largely due to our body's clever strategy for staying cool in warmer weather.