How I Stopped Stress Eating: 5 Ways to Stop Cravings (Emotional Eating)

The video discusses stress eating, its causes, and how it affects weight gain. Stress triggers hormonal changes, leading to increased appetite and preference for sugary foods. Compensatory habits like smoking and lack of exercise also contribute to weight gain. The video outlines five strategies to combat stress eating: exercise, meditation, maintaining a food diary, healthy snacking, and seeking help.

In what ways can exercise help mitigate the effects of stress eating?

Why is it important to maintain a food diary when trying to manage stress eating?