What If You Eat Chips Everyday?

What makes chips taste so good and make us want more?

• Their color

• Their crunchiness and saltiness

• Their shape

• Their size

What did scientists offer rats in the study?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Standard chow or potato chips

• Water and milk

• Cheese and crackers

What did the rats prefer to eat in the study?

• Standard chow

• Fruits

• Crispy delights (chips)

• Vegetables

What chemical does salt consumption in chips trigger the release of in the brain?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Endorphins

• Adrenaline

What happens when your brain gets a taste of the dopamine rush from chips?

• It makes you feel sleepy

• It makes you crave more crunchy treats

• It makes you feel full

• It makes you feel sad

Besides taste and smell, what else influences how we perceive food?

• Color

• Temperature

• Sound

• Texture

Why do chip companies hire researchers?

• To make chips healthier

• To make chips cheaper

• To make chips sound crunchier and crispier

• To make chips last longer

What is the first major reason chips can be harmful?

• They are too colorful

• They are full of salt

• They are too small

• They are too big

What health issues can too much sodium from chips cause?

• Stronger bones

• Increased blood pressure and heart disease

• Better eyesight

• Faster running

Why are chips considered "empty calories"?

• They are very light

• They provide energy from fat but no beneficial nutrients

• They are made from air

• They are not real food