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How can I eat dessert when I'm full? The Science and Strategies

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Research has identified a phenomenon called 'sensory-specific satiety' which explains why your appetite for one food, like a savory main course, decreases while your desire for a different food, like dessert, remains strong. This distinct neurological and physical response makes it possible to enjoy a sweet treat even when your initial feeling of fullness has set in.