Emotional eating is sometimes called "mindless eating" because we often don't think about what we're doing and let our unconscious habits or drives take over.

When you’re under stress, your body is likely producing higher levels of cortisol, a stress hormone that tends to make people crave sweet and salty food—the stuff that’s generally not goo...

If you’re using food to muffle your feelings in a difficult relationship, try assertiveness instead. 

If food is your only treat at a job you hate, try techniques for finding

Mindfulness, the act of being present and aware, can help people get out of the habit of acting on their cravings without thinking.