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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Gaming Hunger

Do video games make you eat more? Yes!

Video gamers work up a real appetite and consume more food – even if they’re not hungry. Researchers have found gamers tend to reward themselves with food. The mental strain of achieving that next level or defeating that foe triggers the urge for a gaming break and an edible celebration. Some gamers eat while playing – and still have the urge to reward themselves with more food during breaks – even if they’re not particularly hungry.



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