Is Emotional Eating Holding You Back?

FEBRUARY 04, 2015

"Experiment — pick something you think is really motivating, think about it on a daily basis over this week, and then look at what kind of impact it had on your motivational level."  — Matthew Clark, Ph.D.
Overcome Obstacles Quiz: Are you an emotional eater? Do you turn to food for comfort when you are lonely, sad, stressed or bored? Chances are, you have experienced emotional eating at one time or another — even when you are happy and feel like celebrating. The first step to overcoming this common struggle is to take a closer look at your habits. Answer the questions in this quiz to help assess your emotional eating tendencies, and we'll help you work through them. Take the quiz now »
Move Your Body 5 reasons to focus on your core Sure, flat abs look great during bathing suit season, but your main incentive to do regular core exercises should be more than skin deep! A strong core — the muscles around your trunk and pelvis — helps prevent injuries and allows you to enjoy physical activity and perform everyday tasks with ease. Learn these healthy-body benefits » Today's Lifestyle Tip The link between sleep and exercise Regular physical activity, especially cardio exercise, can help you fall asleep faster and make your sleep more restful. However, for some people, exercising right before bed may make getting to sleep more difficult. If that's you, experiment with different times of day to see what works for you. Not exercising within three hours of bedtime, for example, may be just what you need.	ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic is a not-for-profit organization. Proceeds from website advertising help support our mission. Mayo Clinic does not endorse any non-Mayo products or services. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities