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Reasons for overeating and ways to avoid them

July 24, 2008

Don’t we all overeat at some point or another? At times, we eat out of celebrations, or when we feel stressful after a hard working day. But, keep in mind that if we do not put a halt on this bad eating habit, it can cause a big trouble to our health. So, here are some of the reasons for overeating along with ways to avoid them.

When you are feeling low, indulging in a dark chocolate is only a temporary solution because overindulgence in it can raise your blood sugar level. Uncontrollable eating can make you feel miserable as you begin to loathe yourself for not having enough self-control. The better solution for cheering yourself is – tackling the situation nicely and firmly. Just work out that problem and then opt for some mood boosters. You can go for slow-releasing carbs like khichdi, whole meal bread and pulses and vibrantly colored fruit and vegetables. Believe it, they will not only provide you a feel good factor but are also low in fat content.

Boredom drives many of us to overeating during the evening or by the end of a busy day. So, mind it. Try to keep yourself stimulated with activities other than eating. You can simply call a friend, write an e-mail, or go for a mild walk.

Undoubtedly you have family to look after, office targets to achieve and million of other things to take care. When Stress takes its toll on you, in such a scenario you indulge into bingeing just to keep yourself away from such things for some time. Remember a great workout can work wonders for you in fighting against the stress. So, next time you feel stressed out go for a brisk walk instead of feeding yourself with biscuits. Slow releasing carbs are also good stress busters. Just go for moderate portion of breads, pastas or rice and chill out.


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