Health Insights

The Cognitive Biases Behind Overeating

The Cognitive Biases Behind Overeating

Posted by Portions Master on 12th May 2025

Our brains are wired to use shortcuts, called heuristics, to make quick decisions. While these are helpful for survival, they can backfire when it comes to eating. Here are some of the most common psychological traps: 1. The Delboeuf Illusion This optical illusion shows that the same amount of food looks smaller on a larger plate and larger on a smaller one. You're more likely to eat more when usi …
read more