I don't know how 'they' come up with these 'fact,' but supposedly this is what we eat when we are angry or stressed out: Potato chips, corn chips or nuts. Why? Apparently crunching hard foods releases aggression and tension in the jaw. Now what could we do to change that pattern? Chew sugarless gum, pretzels, carrots or low-fat crackers.
If we are sad, broken hearted or depressed we eat: Chocolate, ice cream, or cheese. Why? The smooth consistency soothes us. Chemically, chocolate contains a mood-elevating substance that acts like an antidepressant. What could we eat for a better alternative? Nonfat chocolate frozen yogurt, hot chocolate or vegetable soup.
Now what if we are happy? We tend to eat: Pizza, chips with dip or cake. Why? Traditionally, we associate such foods with celebrations. Of course vegetarian pizza (without cheese), shrimp cocktail or watermelon would be better choices.
I still think all the things eaten because of a mood could be eaten in small portions, but the danger of this is when we are in one of these moods, it is hard to stop at a small portion. Takes some real work and commitment......
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