The Lowdown on Feelings and Why We Eat Them
We are all guilty of stress, whether you feel it every now and again or live with it permanently. Stress can cause us to make the worst decisions for our health, justifying things like binge-drinking, smoking, and most commonly, emotional eating. Stress-eating is more common than you might think, and if you’re a stress-eater, you’re not alone.
But - that’s doesn’t mean it’s OK. Stress-eating is just another term for overeating, not to mention indulging in empty calories your body neither wants nor needs. This can result in fatigue, painful bloating, skin issues, and of course, weight gain - not to mention mental problems such as insomnia, anxiety, depression, and yes - more stress. It’s a vicious cycle, one that’s easy to fall into and incredibly hard to break.
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If you’ve tried everything to beat the monster of stress-eating, without success, hope isn’t lost.
My name is Alana Kessler, and I’ve been in your shoes. Thankfully, I managed to climb out of them - and I want to help you do the same.
When it comes to overcoming stress-eating, there are two things you need to focus on:
1.Mindfulness
Eating the right foods, at the right time, is one of the most effective ways to win the war against stress. It all begins by understanding your triggers, and to do that, you need to be mindful. You do have control over what you put into your mouth! Surprisingly, you can still use food to soothe your negative emotions - but it’s important to do so in a mindful way. You need to be fully aware of your actions, and consumptions, so that you can take accountability and stop emotional eating once and for all. Why not keep a food diary? You’ll soon become more aware of your habits so that you can snack healthier, remove temptation, and take a hunger reality check - without depriving yourself.
2. Nutritional Education
Do you really know what you’re putting into your body? That Pop Tart might make you feel great in the moment, but what about in the long-run? Is 30 seconds of instant gratification worth having sugar and processed wheat plague your intestines and health for years to come? It’s important to research the ingredients of your “favorite” junk food. Whenever stress hits, accompanied by a craving to stress-eat, take a deep breath and think of your long-term health and happiness. You’ll quickly see that a healthy plate of protein and vegetables will make you feel much better than that candy bar.
It doesn’t matter how “far gone” you think you are. I prove time and time again that everyone is capable of change, through creative solutions that are easy to start integrating into your lifestyle immediately. I blend mindfulness with quality nutritional education to rewire your mind and behavioral patterns.
My “work” is my life, and I spend my days equipping people just like you with the tools you need to promote sustainable, long-term change.
You’ll quickly notice a drastic change in your quality of life, whereby you won’t only lose weight, but you’ll start to feel more confident too. Most importantly, you’ll feel happy - and isn’t happiness what we’re all chasing?
Contact me today to learn how you too can beat the monster of emotional eating and start living the life you love.
