If you suspect you have a serious food addiction, you could make matters worse by trying to fix it yourself. For starters, science has looked into impulsive binge-eaters and have come up with startling discoveries.
Per a study from the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB) Yale University, the food you eat could predispose you to the condition since highly processed foods create a pattern of dependence. Plus, another study found that people with addictive-like eating behaviour have similar brain activity patterns to substance abusers.
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It’s no surprise then, that treatment options are similar to traditional options. If you suspect you’re struggling with food addiction, make sure you see a professional and incorporate these tips:
Don’t Starve Yourself
You’ll just get hangry – prompting you to reach for the starchiest, most sugary treat in the largest portion.
Stop When You’re Full
And only eat when you’re hungry. Can’t control your urges? Psychotherapy is a useful tool in managing your habits.
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Ditch Stress
If you eat your feelings, a smart way to curb overeating is by removing the stressful thing from your life. Reevaluate what’s causing strain and try to minimise or remove it.
Go Work Out
Not only does exercise help with weight loss, but it also releases a healthy dose of dopamine in the way that a pot of mac and cheese won’t.
Information courtesy of ILiveLite.co.za
