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A study reveals: appetite begins with the eyes

A study reveals: appetite begins with the eyes

As soon as we see the image of the meal on the menu, our eyes send a signal to the brain and already formed his judgment ... before our taste buds! A study published in the Flavour scientific journal confirms: the color and nature of the covered influence our perception.

Restaurants can play tips ... Dear readers, be warned!

The food presentation is always important in restoration and any culinary adventure begins with the appearance. However, the study confirms that the content has ultimately not as much impact as the container ...

Thus, a glass of water will always look like more refreshing if it is served in a glass with cool colors such as blue. If the glass is pink, you have the impression that the drink is sweeter.

Hot chocolate, for its part, would taste better in a beige cup than just white. However, the recipe is the same!

In colors to avoid, the red one would cut most appetite. Ideal for losing weight.

On your next visit to the restaurant, pay attention to the little details and tell us if you think your brain has played you a trick ...

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