Overeating can also be triggered by our emotions. Some people turn to food or alcohol in stressful situations, such as after a family argument or a particularly difficult day at work. Other vulnerable times may be when you’re feeling tired, bored or sad.
Identifying triggers and cues that cause you to overeat can help you to change your behavior in these situations and avoid unwanted calories. Write down the times when your emotions lead to eating. This will help you to identify situations when you’re particularly vulnerable to excess snacking. Try these following techniques:
- Ask yourself if you must have the food – thinking about what you’re doing can help you avoid extra snacks
- Replace images of food with other positive thoughts
- Distract yourself from eating by doing something else you enjoy
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