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Five Simple Ways to Avoid ‘Stress Eating’ These Holidays : ScienceAlert

Last updated: December 24, 2024 9:21 pm
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The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence in delicious foods and meals. However, it can also be a time of stress and emotional turmoil for many people. This stress can often lead to what is known as emotional or stress eating, where we turn to food to cope with negative emotions.

When we’re stressed, our bodies go into a complex stress response mode, releasing hormones like cortisol and insulin to meet the increased energy demands. This can lead to a spike in our food intake as a way to meet these demands. However, our relationship with food can become strained during times of stress, leading to overeating or undereating as a response to different types of stress.

Over time, this emotional eating can create behavioral cycles that are hard to break. People may start associating eating with negative emotions, leading to altered brain responses to food cues. This can result in binge eating, grazing, or eating foods we wouldn’t normally choose, which can have negative effects on our health.

Stress eating, especially during the holiday season, can lead to symptoms like acid reflux, poor sleep, and weight gain. Long-term stress eating can increase the risk of chronic diseases like cancer, heart diseases, and diabetes. It can also worsen mental health by increasing depressive symptoms.

The foods we choose to eat can also impact our stress levels. Diets high in refined carbohydrates and sugar can cause blood sugar spikes and crashes, leading to mood swings and anxiety. On the other hand, foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, and vitamin Bs can help regulate stress and improve mood.

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To avoid stress eating during the holiday season and beyond, it’s important to be mindful of your eating habits. Slow down, stick to your regular eating schedule, continue healthy behaviors like exercise and sleep, stay hydrated, and avoid restricting your food intake. Additionally, shifting your mindset, practicing compassion, and engaging in enjoyable activities can help manage holiday stress and prevent emotional eating.

In conclusion, while food is a big part of the festive season, it’s important to be aware of how stress can impact our eating habits and overall health. By making mindful choices and taking care of our mental and physical well-being, we can enjoy the holiday season without falling into the trap of stress eating.

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