What Is the Texture of Neurodivergent Food?
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Food texture sensitivities are among the most common sensory processing challenges for neurodivergent individuals, with some reports suggesting they affect up to 90% of autistic individuals. For many, the texture of neurodivergent food can be an overwhelming or even distressing aspect of mealtimes, impacting nutrition, health, and social experiences. This is not simply "picky eating," but a neurological difference in how the brain processes sensory information.
