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Dr. Elissa Epel: Control Stress for Healthy Eating, Metabolism & Aging

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CHAPTER

Transforming Stress into Empowerment

This chapter explores the transition from a threatened response to viewing stress as a challenge, focusing on mental strategies and positive affirmations as 'stress shields.' It examines the complex interplay between stress, eating habits, and the body's opioid system, highlighting how stress can alter appetite and food consumption. The discussion emphasizes individual differences in response to stress and proposes targeted interventions for those dealing with compulsive eating.

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