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Misconceptions and Truths About Stress Eating

Creatrip Team

a year ago

The belief that people eat more when stressed is a common misconception. Dr. Christine Zavras from Harvard Medical School explains that this belief is often based on inaccurate memory recall during stressful times. Studies show around 40% of people eat more, 40% eat less, and 20% maintain their usual eating habits under stress. Stress can increase cortisol levels, which affects appetite. To manage stress eating, engaging in short physical activities and redirecting attention can be effective strategies. Over time, stress eating can lead to weight gain, depression, and health issues like diabetes and heart disease.

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