How To Stop Stress Eating. Show Sponsored By O.Robinson PR and Media Group

Stress eating is a common coping mechanism that many people use to deal with stress. However, it can lead to weight gain, health problems, and a vicious cycle of stress and unhealthy eating.

Here are some tips on how to stop stress eating:

• Identify your triggers. What are the things that make you want to stress eat? Once you know your triggers, you can start to develop strategies for avoiding them or coping with them in a healthy way.
• Be mindful of your eating. When you're eating, pay attention to your hunger and fullness cues. Eat slowly and savor your food. Stop eating when you're full, even if there's food left on your plate.
• Find healthy alternatives. When you feel the urge to stress eat, try to find a healthy alternative, such as going for a walk, listening to music, or calling a friend.
• Don't deprive yourself. It's important to allow yourself to enjoy your favorite foods. However, try to do so in moderation. If you know you're going to be at a stressful event where there will be a lot of unhealthy food, eat a healthy meal before you go so that you're not so hungry.
• Get enough sleep. When you're well-rested, you're better able to cope with stress and resist the temptation to stress eat.
• Exercise regularly. Exercise is a great way to relieve stress and improve your mood. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise most days of the week.
• Seek professional help. If you're struggling to stop stress eating on your own, talk to a therapist or counselor. They can help you develop coping mechanisms and strategies for dealing with stress in a healthy way.

Here are some additional tips:

• Keep a food journal. This can help you identify patterns in your eating and identify triggers for stress eating.
• Make healthy snacks and meals easily available. This will make it easier to choose healthy options when you're feeling stressed.
• Plan your meals ahead of time. This will help you avoid making unhealthy choices when you're short on time.
• Don't eat in front of the TV or computer. This can lead to mindless eating.
• Take breaks from eating. Get up and move around, or talk to people. This will help you avoid overeating.

Remember, it takes time and effort to change your eating habits. Be patient with yourself and don't give up. With time and practice, you can learn to stop stress eating and make healthier choices.

Show created and hosted by Terrance Hutchinson, Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Consultant

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