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The best workout to curb overeating

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Comment on this storyComment Exercise can make you hungry. But if you choose the right workout, you’re less likely to overeat. New research suggests that fast-paced, high-energy workouts, even if they’re fairly short-lived, can reduce a key hormone that boosts appetite in many people. This evidence counters the popular claim that exercise transiently increases appetite … Read more

Comfort food: Why it’s hard to stop overeating when you’re stressed

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Share on PinterestFeeling stressed can trigger cravings for comfort foods. Marta Mauri/Stocksy Eating comfort foods when stressed shuts down the region of the brain that prevents you from overeating, according to a new study. Under normal circumstances, this region neutralizes the chemical reward you get from eating, making it less enjoyable. The phenomenon makes sense … Read more