What is the most satisfying food to eat? The Science of Satiety and Pleasure
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2023 Gallup study, global food satisfaction has been in a noticeable decline, suggesting that many people feel full but not truly satisfied with their food choices. The complex answer to what makes food satisfying lies in the intersection of physical fullness and emotional fulfillment.