Tera Fazzino
Associate professor of psychology and addiction scientist focusing on obesity and eating-related behaviors, known for work defining and studying hyper-palatable foods.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 50min
Are you seduced by foods? | Tera Fazzino, PhD
Psychologist Tera Fazzino, PhD explains the science behind hyper-palatable foods and their impact on our brain's reward system. They discuss the overlap between the tobacco and food industries, the influence of mental health on consuming hyper-palatable foods, and the role of sodium in food palatability enhancement. They also explore the challenges of regulating ultra-processed foods and the erosion of food preparation skills. Plus, they touch on the effects of artificial sweeteners and the relationship between satiety and hyperpalatability.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 51min
#593: Can We Define Hyper-Palatable Foods? And Is Processing Actually the Problem? – Tera Fazzino, PhD
Tera Fazzino, associate professor and addiction scientist studying obesity and eating behaviors. She explains a data-driven definition of hyper-palatable foods and the nutrient groupings that create them. She compares hyper-palatable to ultra-processed foods, explores mechanisms that drive overeating, discusses early exposure risks, and outlines research and regulatory next steps.
