How to Stop Eating When You’re Not Really Hungry

Do you have periods when you could eat all day long and when it seems that no food can really satisfy you? It’s possible that you suffer from high cortisol levels due to stress. When you’re stressed out, your relationship with food changes. The hormones of hunger and fulness become unbalanced and leaves you craving food all the time. How can you change that?

Relax

Next time you feel a sudden craving for food, take a deep breath and try to relax your whole body. Try meditating or simply focus on your breath for a while. After this, it’ll be easier to skip your snack or to replace it with fresh veggies.

Eat Slowly

Your brain needs some time to figure out that you’re full, so eat slowly and avoid the chance of overeating. Once you’re full, simply stop, even if there’s more food on the plate.

Physical Activity

Physical activity will help you burn calories, but it’s also a great way to reduce stress and regulate food cravings. Even walking helps if you can’t do anything else!