Comfort Food: The
Emotional Ingredient
What Defines Comfort Food?
● Not about nutrition, but about nostalgia and satisfaction.
● Varies by culture and individual experience.
● Common thread: emotionally soothing.
Brain Chemistry and Warm Meals
● Carbs boost serotonin, making us feel good.
● Warmth in food mimics maternal care.
● The act of eating can become a ritual of self-care.
Why We Turn to It
● Stress, homesickness, and sadness trigger cravings.
● Reconnecting with childhood or simpler times.
● Offers a predictable, sensory-rich experience.
Comfort vs. Compulsion
● Mindful eating can preserve comfort without guilt.
● Occasional indulgence is healthy.
● Balance emotional nourishment with physical well-being.

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Comfort Food - The Emotional Ingredient

  • 2. What Defines Comfort Food? ● Not about nutrition, but about nostalgia and satisfaction. ● Varies by culture and individual experience. ● Common thread: emotionally soothing.
  • 3. Brain Chemistry and Warm Meals ● Carbs boost serotonin, making us feel good. ● Warmth in food mimics maternal care. ● The act of eating can become a ritual of self-care.
  • 4. Why We Turn to It ● Stress, homesickness, and sadness trigger cravings. ● Reconnecting with childhood or simpler times. ● Offers a predictable, sensory-rich experience.
  • 5. Comfort vs. Compulsion ● Mindful eating can preserve comfort without guilt. ● Occasional indulgence is healthy. ● Balance emotional nourishment with physical well-being.