Researchers found that people who ate meals slowly reported feeling fuller while consuming fewer calories than those who ate quickly. The slow eaters took an average of 30 minutes per meal compared to 10 minutes for fast eaters. Scientists believe that eating slowly gives the brain time to receive satiety signals from the stomach.
Based on the passage, it can be inferred that
fast eaters always consume unhealthy foods
all satiety signals are processed instantly
the speed at which people eat may affect their weight management
slow eating requires special training to achieve
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. Slow eaters feel full while eating less.
- Context clues: Slow eaters "felt fuller while consuming fewer calories."
- Meaning: Eating less while feeling satisfied can contribute to weight management.
- Verify: The brain receiving satiety signals explains why eating speed affects intake.
đź’ˇ Strategy: Connect described behaviors to their practical implications.
Choice A is incorrect because the passage compares speed, not food types. Choice B is incorrect because signals need "time" to be received—they're not instant. Choice D is incorrect because the passage doesn't mention training requirements.