Look elsewhere for comfort. Instead of unwrapping a candy bar, take a walk, treat yourself

The connection between mood and food: Major life events - such as unemployment, health problems and divorce - and daily life hassles - such as a stressful work commute, bad weather and changes in your normal routine - can trigger emotions that lead to overeating. But why do negative emotions lead to

Sometimes the strongest longings for food happen when you're at your weakest point emotionally. Many people turn to food for comfort - consciously or unconsciously - when they're facing a difficult problem or looking to keep themselves occupied. But emotional eating - eating as a way to suppress or soothe negative emotions, such as stress, anger, anxiety, boredom, sadness and loneliness - can sabotage your weight-loss efforts.