Emotional eating has a bad reputation in the wellness community, and it certainly can be problematic. But here's why it can also be a good thing. There’s a reason why the phrase “eating your feelings” ...

Food is central to life and an important facet of any society. It is not only a vital source of nutrition, it’s a way to engage and connect with others–a way of celebrating, comforting, mourning, ...

When Sam Thomas, a writer, speaker and mental health campaigner, was 11 years old, he experienced homophobic bullying at school. To escape the bullies, he would hide in the bathroom and eat the food ...

McClatchy's Commerce Content team, which is independent from our newsroom, oversees this content. Emotional eating is a common phenomenon where you turn to food to cope with your emotions, such as ...

Best known for supporting weight loss, GLP-1 medications may also play a role in managing the psychological aspects of obesity. Learn more about how they may help.

You know losing that extra weight would be good for your health. Your health care team talked with you about how obesity increases your risk of other health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, ...

“Why are you doing that?" my husband asked. “Put that bag away. This is crazy!” We were talking in the car as I munched barbecue-flavored potato chips. To be fair, it was well past lunch and the ...

Kim Hynes, MBA, CIHC is a certified Nutritional Health Coach who helps clients in their 40s, 50s, and 60s stop emotional eating and feel confident in their bodies again. With expertise in integrative ...

In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers determined the association between compensatory and regular restraints and body mass index (BMI). They also explore the mediating role ...

Do you find yourself reaching for food when you’re stressed, sad, tired, or anxious? If yes, then you could be an emotional eater. As a dietitian who has worked closely with emotional eaters for years ...