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Why we overeat: the main reasons - until you find out, you won’t be able to lose weight
12.03.2024 18:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:26
Overeating is an annoying problem that many people face.
In the article we will tell you, what overeating is usually associated with.
What causes overeating in a person
The most common causes of overeating are stress, fast eating, indiscriminate eating, thirst, uncontrolled snacking, and the influence of the socio-cultural environment.
The hypothalamus, the part of the brain that controls appetite, may send incorrect signals about satiety and hunger.
Low serotonin levels also play a role in the formation of compulsive overeating.
Scientists have identified a genetic mutation that leads to eating disorders.
Long breaks between meals. A very hungry person eats quickly, greedily, and the stomach does not have time to signal to the brain that it is full.
Overeating occurs when it is a way to cope with stress.
How to get rid of overeating
To combat overeating, eat only when you are hungry. An important task for you is to learn to recognize the feeling of hunger.
Plan your meals in advance and make sure there are no long breaks between meals.
Don't finish your food if you don't feel like it. It's better to throw it away or save the leftover food for next time.
Previously, we told you what foods you should not eat on an empty stomach.
