Do We Need to Be Tricked in Order to Eat Better?
Eating vegetables is one of the most important aspects of what is considered a healthy diet by today's standards. Getting children to eat these predominantly green gifts of nature is often a challenge since they offer little satisfaction to the taste buds. I myself did not put a priority on vegetable intake until I was in my 30s. My body has since paid the price for my apathy.
According to a study conducted by Stanford University, when the psychology department renamed how the vegetables were worded on the menu, more students would choose them with their meal.
More details about this study can be found in this THR article.
To be honest, it's a shame that we need clever word play in order to think we want to be healthy. I am very guilty for lacking in vegetables during my younger years but I take responsibility for that. Next time you grocery shop, just remember you should probably spend a little more time in the produce department.