"A group of researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark offered "...an outlook on potential ways in which what we eat, where we eat, and how we eat might positively support creative thinking, with applications in the workplace and home. [They presented] the view that, by offering a rich multisensory experience, eating nourishes not only our bodies but our mental well-being." They went on to state that, "If creativity is based on the process of discovering heretofore unknown links between different areas/sensory attributes, then consuming food that offers more sensorial experiences should give more opportunities for inspiration.""
"Although they offer compelling evidence that "...sensory information from all sensory modalities can boost creativity in different ways...and [can help] people find unexpected connections," they conclude with a cautionary note, "There has been a dearth of research on the creativity boosting potential of eating, one of the most multisensory daily activities.""
Certain foods and eating experiences can positively influence creative thinking by supporting overall brain health and providing multisensory stimulation. Eating that engages multiple senses may nourish mental well-being and increase opportunities for inspiration by helping people find unexpected connections across sensory attributes. Nutrient-rich choices such as leafy greens, fatty fish, and berries support cognitive function and can aid creative output. Sensory information from various modalities can boost different types of creativity. Evidence is promising but limited, indicating a need for more research into how what, where, and how people eat affects creative thinking.
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