Crunch time: study tests if thicker crisps slow down eating
NCT ID NCT07592949
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how the hardness and thickness of potato crisps influence how people eat, such as how many times they chew and how fast they eat. Twenty-six regular crisp eaters will try five different types of crisps in a lab setting. The goal is to see if changing crisp texture can slow down eating while still being enjoyable.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Potato crisps with varying hardness and thickness
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help design snacks that encourage slower eating without sacrificing taste.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 26 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It focuses on behavior, not health outcomes.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nottingham Trent University
Clifton, Nottingham, NG11 8NS, United Kingdom