Episode 225: The Real Reason You Can't Stop Eating at the County Fair
Jul 17, 2026
It's the middle of July, which means it’s the season for county fairs, carnivals, and festivals. It’s also the season for eating some of the worst food on the planet that makes you feel fat and bloated and gross. I’m here to prove to you that there is a psychological reason why you can’t stop eating when you’re at the county fair.
Today, you're going to find out exactly how this carnival food hijacks your brain, the 8 foods you should completely avoid, and the 4 foods to enjoy. This is a short but important episode to help you still enjoy having fun with your family, while making healthier food choices.
Together, we will investigate:
- County fairs haven't changed their food menu since 1986. The reason will surprise you.
- The behavioral psychology behind fair food is similar to cult recruiter tactics. Here’s why.
- The 4 food combinations that light up your brain’s reward system.
- Is fresh squeezed lemonade healthy for you?
- 8 foods to avoid at the fairs and festivals this summer and why they are purposely designed to make you want to eat more.
- The 4 foods you can actually enjoy without guilt (or that fat and bloated feeling).
- Is ice cream an avoid or eat? The answer depends on one question.
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