Virtual reality study sniffs out how scents shape your lunch

NCT ID NCT06662149

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tested whether different smells (like city or nature scents) affect how much people eat in a virtual reality outdoor café. 25 healthy young adults (ages 18-29) took part. The goal was to learn how urban design and scents might help people make healthier food choices.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Health, Ingestive Behavior, and Technology Laboratory of Pennsylvania State University

    State College, Pennsylvania, 16802, United States

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