Tag: Taste bud retraining

According to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, 10.6% of all global deaths in 2021 were associated with poor diet. The question, 'Why do I only like unhealthy food?' is more than a matter of willpower; it's a complex interaction between your biology, brain chemistry, environment, and upbringing. This article delves into the scientific reasons behind your food preferences and offers practical solutions.

According to a 2025 study in *Frontiers in Public Health*, over a quarter of people cite a lack of motivation as a barrier to healthy eating. But the reasons run deeper than simple willpower, answering the complex question, "Why do I not like eating healthy?"

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.