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Hyper-palatable foods (HPFs) are food categories distinguished by their highly pleasurable taste and sensory appeal, attributed to their elevated levels of fat, sodium, simple sugars, and carbohydrates. These components contribute to their exceptional satisfaction upon consumption, often resulting in overeating due to their significant reward value.
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Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Hyper-palatable foods (HPFs). The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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