Overeating can occur for various reasons.
In this article you will learn about the most common ones.
Causes of overeating
The main causes of overeating are stress, skipping meals, indiscriminate eating, uncontrolled snacking, and the influence of social culture.
Sometimes the hypothalamus, the part of the brain that controls appetite, can send incorrect signals about satiety and hunger. This can be affected by low serotonin levels.
Scientists have identified a genetic mutation that leads to eating disorders.
How to speed up digestion after overeating
You can speed up digestion with regular physical activity, drinking enough water, getting plenty of rest, and chewing your food thoroughly.
How to get rid of overeating
Try to notice your hunger and eat only when you are hungry.
Plan your meals in advance and don't forget about them.
You can also journal what you eat and when.
In addition, try to eat slowly and use blue-colored dishes.
In addition, most importantly, don’t finish eating if you’re not hungry and don’t want to.
It's better to throw food in the trash than in yourself.
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