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Podcast: Weightless
Episode: The Science Behind Stress Eating & How To Break Free
Description: Ever find yourself elbow-deep in a bag of M&Ms at 3 p.m. or scrolling DoorDash for pizza and cookies after a stressful day? You're not just "lacking willpower"—stress, cortisol, and brain chemistry are driving those cravings. In this episode, Jess & Meliss break down why stress triggers carb and sugar cravings, how comfort eating becomes an autopilot habit, and 5 science-backed ways to stop stress cravings—without giving up the foods you love. Because the goal isn't to quit pizza and ice cream forever—it's to finally feel in control of your choices. Tune in now to break free from s...