Escape Emotional Eating

Emotional eating is a serious issue when it comes to following a weight loss plan. You need to honestly ask yourself if you use food to deal with feelings of anger, frustration, fear, stress, loneliness, conflict, depression or disappointment. Many people find comfort with their favorite foods and consume large amounts in response to feeling instead of hunger. Experts estimate that 75% of overeating is caused by feelings. This means that most of us are guilty of using food to cope with emotions. The best way to deal with emotional eating issues is to keep a food journal. Write down everything you eat and how you feel during each meal. By documenting your food, thoughts and emotions, you will gather extremely helpful information to assist you in resolving these issues. You may also need to consult with a doctor for physical exam to assess whether there is a hormonal or physiological basis for your compulsive and emotional eating patterns.