Tag: Palate expansion

According to a study published by Cornell University's Food and Brand Lab, adventurous eaters tend to have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) compared to their less adventurous counterparts. This sheds light on the psychological and health-related differences that define what is the opposite of a picky eater.

According to research on taste perception, repeated exposure is key to acquiring a taste for disliked foods, with some studies suggesting it can take 10-15 tries to change your mind. So, how do I trick myself into liking a food and make this process less of a struggle?

According to nutritionists, it can take up to 15 exposures for a person, especially a child, to accept a new food. The good news is that you can indeed train your taste buds to like something by understanding how food preferences are formed and using strategic, consistent exposure.