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liking vs. wanting  

Definition

  • Eating food is normally regarded as a rewarding and satisfying experience. “Liking” and “wanting” are emerging constructs in a conceptual approach to food reward where separable processes of affect and motivation can be viewed as a major influence on energy intake. [Source: Encyclopedia of Obesity; Liking vs. Wanting]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-KKHG6SJ0-L

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