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Podcast: Healthy Beyond 40 | Lose Weight, Healthier Habits, Healthy Eating, More Energy, Feel Better, Lose Belly Fat, Weight Loss, Sugar Cravings
Episode: #172 | Handling Stress Without Turning to Food – How to Break the Cycle of Emotional Eating
Description: 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 tha...