here are psychological and physiological reasons we turn to food for comfort. Many emotions such as anger, sadness, loneliness, and happiness can lead to overeating. Emotional eating is a major barrier to weight loss. As noted in this chapter, knowing that you are eating is not the same as eating mindfully. Mindfulness involves paying attention and being continuously present with the experience. Cathy Leman, a nutritional counselor, says tracking food and identifying your mood while eating is eye-opening: "Many times people have no idea that they turn to food when feeling lonely or frustrated."

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