1. Stress Eating Marissa Puputti Dietetic Intern, MS Nutrition Candidate
Boston University

2. Why do we eat?
Food has many parts in our life! These all happen to us sometimes. For some more often than others. All about being AWARE of why.
Continuous process!
Hungry
“hangry”
Sad/emotional
Stressed
Routine
Celebrate/social
Etc.

3. Stress Eating=Mindless Eating

4. Stress Eating=Mindless Eating
Stressful times?
What do you eat during these times? (What is a “go to” food/drink for you)
How about stress with school work
“Cramming” for an exam?
What is your meal/eating Pattern like during this time

5. Junk foods, candy, chips, soda, pizza, etc
Foods that are Calorie dense but not Nutrient Dense

6. Does any one use sugar/caffeine when you are stressed

7. Night before your exam Time to take the test!
Caffeine inhibits sleep which we know is so important for energy, good performance, and concentration
Caffeine can increase anxiety. Too much caffeine w/too little sleep reduce concentration
Night before your exam
Time to take the test!

8. Barriers to being mindful
Stress
Low energy
Etc. …
What are some barriers/things that prevent us from being mindful?
This is real life. How can we prevent this/combat these barriers

9. How can we prevent or break down these barriers?
Stress
Sleep
Preparing/planning ahead of time (time management)
Eating! (reduce the sugar and caffeine and increase healthy nutrient dense foods)
Physical activity
Support system (friends, family, teammates etc.)
Low energy
Eating
be proactive
Take time for yourself

10. Healthy Eating for Success! Combat stress and low energy with diet
Eat throughout the day. 3 meals and 2-3 healthy snacks a day (and possibly even more given your level of activity)
Reduce sugar and caffeine
Incorporate lean proteins throughout the day
Focus on fluids!
Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, dairy, healthy fats and whole grains for a variety of important nutrients, vitamins & minerals
Mindful Eating!

11. Thank you!