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The Science of Comfort Food: How To Eat For Joy Without The Crash
With more of us focused on performance and nutritional gains from what we eat, here is the question: can food still be comforting without hindering your wellbeing goals.
Written by: Pippa Thackeray
Written on: May 11, 2025
Updated on: May 12, 2025
Written by: Pippa Thackeray | Written on: May 11, 2025 | Updated on: May 12, 2025
Quick Read
- Comfort foods provide emotional relief but can lead to negative physical and emotional consequences.
- Cravings for comfort food are often linked to childhood memories and the need for emotional safety.
- Comforting food focuses on nutrient-rich ingredients and mindful preparation to provide energy and support overall health.
- Small changes, like upgrading ingredients and planning meals, can transform comfort food into nourishing options.
- Prioritizing enjoyment and function in meals can improve both mental and physical well-being.
Contents
- 1. Not all comfort food can be tarred with the same brush
- 2. Why comfort food can fall down
- 3. Where do the cravings comes from?
- 4. What counts as comforting food?
- 5. Why comfort food exists and what needs to change
- 6. How to eat well and still feel good
- 7. Final thoughts
