4 Critical Boundaries Set in Every Thriving Relationship | Melissa Urban
The School of Greatness
Biological Cravings in Stressful Times
In times of stress, our bodies crave foods for fast and easy energy, similar to ancient times when quick energy was essential for survival. However, in today's environment, with readily available sugary and high-energy foods, this biological craving is mismatched. Stress triggers the body to seek quick energy sources, leading to consumption of calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods. Food companies capitalize on this by creating products with layers of salt, sugar, and fat to make them highly stimulating and addictive. Loneliness and lack of coping mechanisms further exacerbate this cycle of craving and overconsumption.
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