What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?
- Written by Gabrielle Weidemann, Associate Professor in Psychological Science, Western Sydney University
Fascinadora/ShutterstockMany of us try to eat more fruits and vegetables and less ultra-processed food. But why is sticking to your goals so hard?
High-fat, sugar-rich and salty foods are simply so enjoyable to eat. And it’s not just you – we’ve evolved that way. These foods activate the brain’s reward system because in the...





