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A comment on Ultra-processed foods may contribute to cognitive decline. Parent comment
Not OP, but I've lost >100 lb. three separate times in my life, so I suppose I qualify.
It affects you in ways that are analogous to overindulging in adult entertainment.
You need higher peaks (e.g. more salt) and, in my experience at least, you gradually lose the ability to pick out subtle flavors.
You start to prefer food that you can scale as you see fit. Lots of rice. Lots of potatoes. Lots of popcorn.
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Not OP, but I've lost >100 lb. three separate times in my life, so I suppose I qualify.
It affects you in ways that are analogous to overindulging in adult entertainment.
You need higher peaks (e.g. more salt) and, in my experience at least, you gradually lose the ability to pick out subtle flavors.
You start to prefer food that you can scale as you see fit. Lots of rice. Lots of potatoes. Lots of popcorn.