Eating When Stressed
Eating when stressed can cause several problems when it comes to belly fat. For starters, we often eat more when we’re stressed and quickly lose track of just how much food we’ve stuffed in our mouths. But there is more to it than that. While it’s true that calories matter, hormones and stress can determine in part where those calories are stored in the body. This is especially true for women. Being stressed can cause the hormone cortisol to increase which in turn increases belly fat, Not only that, but it can make each fat cell get larger. Ways to beat stress eating include cleaning out your kitchen and cabinets of all the specific items you tend to reach for after having a difficult day. Make a list of fun hobbies or activities that you can distract yourself with when you feel like indulging in doughnuts and pizza. Exercise, even a brisk walk, can naturally help reduce stress and will help you burn a few extra calories while you’re at it.
Stress Eating
Late Eating
After going to sleep our bodies generally tend to slow down all biological systems. When you eat late your digestive system simply won’t process all the food in the same efficient manner it would have several hours earlier. It’s generally recommended to stop eating at least two hours before going to bed. Before going to bed you shouldn’t feel really hungry but you shouldn’t be completely full either. The best place to be is somewhere in the middle. Going to bed feeling just slightly hungry is the goal you should reach for. Eating later at night can set you up for bad eating habits the next day as well. If you eat a large meal in the evening you might not be hungry for breakfast when you get up the next morning. Skipping breakfast can cause you to overeat throughout the rest of the day. Ways to stop the late night binging include eating more fiber and protein during dinner. It’s also a good idea to have a glass of water on the bed stand at night. Sometimes we are simply thirsty when we get that urge to eat.
Late Eating