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Want to fuel your personal performance? You’re probably choosing the wrong foods

A new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business shows people incorrectly believe that sugary, fatty foods will supercharge their activities.

Jul 30, 2020

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Amateur investors fail to diversify and are better off choosing stocks at random

Whether they’re aiming to avoid high financial management fees, control their own investments, or enjoy the thrill of playing the market, more consumers are opening investment accounts and making their own stock picks.

Aug 14, 2019

Believing a cocktail contains an energy drink makes you feel more drunk

Believing a cocktail contains an energy drink makes you feel more drunk

New research suggests that simply telling a young man that an energy drink has been added to his alcoholic beverage can make him feel more intoxicated, daring and sexually self-confident.

May 11, 2017

Anticipating pleasure of eating helps people cut portion sizes: UBC Sauder study

Anticipating pleasure of eating helps people cut portion sizes: UBC Sauder study

New research from the UBC Sauder School of Business suggests that simply imagining the taste, smell and texture of food or drink can lead consumers to happily choose smaller portions and even increase their satisfaction.

Oct 19, 2016

Foodies more satisfied with their lives: UBC study

Foodies more satisfied with their lives: UBC study

People who revel in the tastes, sights and scents of food report higher well-being than those who eat simply to satisfy their hunger, according to a new study.

Dec 9, 2015

Why sports fans overeat after a defeat

Why sports fans overeat after a defeat

If the Blue Jays get knocked out of the playoffs, their fans will likely overeat the next day, according to a study by Assistant Professor Yann Cornil of UBC’s Sauder School of Business.

Oct 19, 2015

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