07: Why Stress Eating Happens & What to Do About It

Ever find yourself elbow-deep in a bag of chips or pint of ice cream after a stressful day? Feel like you shouldn’t be turning to chocolate or cookies when you’re overwhelmed—but do it anyway? Wonder if stress eating is sabotaging your progress… or if it’s even that bad? This episode is for you, mama. I’m going off-script this week to talk about something that’s been feeling extra real: stress eating. With everything going on lately, I’ve felt the heaviness too—and I know I’m not alone. So let’s have a real talk about emotional eating, why it happens, and what to actually do about it (hint: it’s not “just have more willpower”). In this raw and honest episode, I’m unpacking: Why emotional eating isn’t a moral failure—and might even be totally normal sometimes The real reason you crave sugar and carbs when you’re stressed (it’s science, not weakness) The two times emotional eating can become a problem How dieting and under-eating may be making your cravings worse The difference between occasional comfort eating and an unhelpful coping habit Simple, judgment-free tools to build a better “toolbox” for stressful moments You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective—and hopefully a little more grace—for yourself. Resources + Links Mentioned Ready to break free from diet culture mindsets & habits that are keeping you stuck?  Join me for my upcoming FREE TRAINING on 9/23: https://laineyyounkin.kartra.com/page/IFq445  Send me a message if this episode resonated with you: https://www.instagram.com/weight.loss.dietitian