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SnackWell effect
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English
Etymology
Named after SnackWell's (from en snack + en well), a brand of low-calorie cookie.
Proper noun
SnackWell effect 1
The phenomenon whereby a person attempting to diet will eat a larger amount of a healthy alternative than they would of the normal food.
See also
en self-licensing Jevons paradox rebound effect
en Nutrition