Brain games may help you eat better

NCT ID NCT05938894

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study tested whether playing online games designed to improve thinking skills (called executive function) can change how people view and choose foods. Over 600 adults with overweight or obesity played these games and researchers measured changes in their reaction times and accuracy. The goal was to see if training the brain could lead to healthier eating habits.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • USDA Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center

    Grand Forks, North Dakota, 58203, United States

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