#172 | Handling Stress Without Turning to Food – How to Break the Cycle of Emotional Eating

Healthy Beyond 40 | Lose Weight, Healthier Habits, Healthy Eating, More Energy, Feel Better, Lose Belly Fat, Weight Loss, Sugar Cravings

Ever find yourself reaching for snacks when you're stressed—without even thinking about it? Emotional eating isn’t about willpower; it’s a learned response to stress. But the good news? You can rewire your brain and break the cycle.

In this episode, we’ll cover:
✅ Why stress triggers cravings for sugar and carbs
✅ The science behind emotional eating and how it keeps you stuck
✅ Identifying your biggest stress triggers before they lead to overeating
✅ Practical ways to handle stress—without turning to food
✅ The role of coaching in helping you build healthier habits that actually stick
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