Author: Emily Stephens

How many times have you reached for food after a very stressful day that’s left you feeling depressed and empty? Stress triggers the production of cortisol, a hormone that causes food cravings. research has shown that when we’re depressed, we often reach for comfort foods, mostly those based on sugar and carbs. According to a study published in the journal of Psychological Science, diet has a great impact on mental health. But even though comfort food does improve your mood, it is just a temporary reliever whose effect quickly wears off, letting you spin back into depression. Moreover, if the...