Heribert Watzke
Food Scientist | The Psychology of Eating Behavior
About
Heribert Watzke is a leading food scientist and expert in the psychology of eating behavior. As a Principal Scientist at Nestlé, he has spent over two decades researching the complex interplay of sensory, cognitive, and emotional factors that shape our food preferences and consumption patterns.
Watzke's TEDx talks have reached millions, sharing insights from neuroscience and behavioral economics to help individuals and organizations make healthier, more sustainable food choices. His keynotes provide science-backed strategies for designing products, environments, and interventions that nudge people towards better eating habits.
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The brain in your gut
Did you know you have functioning neurons in your intestines -- about a hundred million of them? Food scientist Heribert Watzke tells us about the "hidden brain" in our gut and the surprising things it makes us feel.
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