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Article: M&Ms as diet food? 100-calorie pack misconceptions.
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- September 14, 2008
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Beware of mini-packs and mini-foods, especially if you're a dieter.
Chronic dieters tend to consume more calories when foods and packages are smaller, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research. Authors Maura L. Scott, Stephen M. Nowlis, Naomi Mandel, and Andrea C. Morales (all Arizona State University) examined consumer behavior regarding "mini-packs," 100-calorie food packages that are marketed to help people control calorie intake.
"Interestingly, one group that over-consumes the mini-packs is chronic dietersuindividuals constantly trying to manage their weight and food intake," write the authors.
The researchers believe ...