Emotional Hunger and Boredom

Emotional hunger refers to a cycle of eating triggered by an emotion. Many of us eat when we’re happy, stressed, anxious, and even when we’re bored. Sometimes we eat to escape what we’re feeling, trying to mask what is really going on. Read more and take charge of your relationship with food today!

Anxiety, Inner CalmSaundra SchrockFebruary 12, 2024Emotional Hunger, Boredom

Boredom and Our Eating Patterns

During this pandemic, we have all been subjected to a higher level of boredom. Often boredom is associated with consuming higher quantities of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins (Moynihan et al., 2015). When we are stressed, many of us look for sugary or comfort foods to help soothe ourselves. So, what can we do about it?

Healthy Living, Boredom, EatingSaundra SchrockOctober 5, 2020Behavior Change, COVID-19, Boredom, Mindful Eating

I'm So Bored!

Last night I got a text from a friend that started with, “I’m so bored!”. I understood why she might feel that way. Many of the things we do to make our lives interesting and satisfying have changed or stopped. In reflecting on her text, I have to admit, I feel bored even though I have more than enough to do. So why do I feel this way? That prompted me to review recent research on this topic.