What is the link between personality and food behavior?

Pänkäläinen et al. (2018) regards personal traits as a possible explanation for why some people manage to adapt to a healthier diet while others are not so successful in changing their dietary habits. Since dispositional optimism has been suggested to have a role in effecting positive dietary patterns, this study aimed to determine the roles […]

The grit personality trait, eating behavior, and obesity among Japanese adults Obesity is a complex chronic disease influenced by various factors, including genetics, culture, environment, and psychosocial elements, complicating management efforts. This research examines the relationship between grit—a personality trait associated with self-control—and obesity, with a focus on how multidimensional eating behaviors mediate this connection. […]