Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology

Gut microbiota composition refers to the specific types and proportions of microorganisms that comprise the community in the gut. The composition can vary from person to person, and it plays…

Gut microbiota diversity refers to the variety of different microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, present in the gastrointestinal tract. A diverse gut microbiota typically includes a wide…

The gut lumen is the hollow interior space inside the gastrointestinal tract (GIT), starting from the mouth and extending to the anus. It is the region of the GI tract…

Gut peptides are small protein-like molecules released by the gut and are structurally composed of 36 amino acids. Gut peptides exert biological effects on various organs, including the brain and…

Gut-associated lymphoid tissues are the gut's largest mass of lymphoid tissues and immune cells (such as B and T-cells, neutrophils, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells). GALT is critical in…

Habit is learned behavior acquired through repetition, characterized by automatic and routine actions. These behaviors become ingrained in daily life, shaping individuals' routines and responses to specific cues or contexts.

Habit formation is the process by which behaviors become automatic through consistent repetition. It involves establishing a routine or pattern that, over time, becomes ingrained in one's daily life.

The habit loop is a psychological concept that describes the cyclical process through which individuals form and reinforce habits. It consists of three main components: cue (the trigger), routine (the…

Eating that occurs automatically and routinely, often triggered by environmental cues rather than hunger, and carried out with little conscious thought.

Habitual intake refers to the regular and continuous intake of a food or substance instead of occasional intake. ‘Occasional’ intake is defined as having dessert 1-3 times per week, for…