It's easy to overeat, especially in certain conditions. When you are stressed, your adrenalin glands release cortisol, a hormone that increases your appetite! Also, when you haven't slept sufficiently, it suppresses the leptin hormone in your body which is responsible for signaling your brain to stop eating. In fact, the stomach starts secreting ghrelin - a hormone that keeps reminding you to eat!
Depression is also known to cause overeating - comfort food activates the reward centers of your brain, prompting you to eat more!

You need to make a conscious effort to avoid falling into this trap. Follow our tips for help;

1 Remove temptations - Get rid of unhealthy eatables - chips, namkeens, soft drinks, cakes and the like. If you don't see them, you'll less likely to eat them!

2 Choose fibre+protein-rich food - Fibre-rich foods such as salads, wholegrains, nuts and fruits help you feel fuller for longer. Protein-rich options such as yoghurt, milk, beans, peas, lentils and poultry also up your feelings of satiety.

3 Eat slowly - It's known to give your brain more time to realise it's full, helping you stop eating in time!

4 Reduce stress - Try exercise, yoga, meditation, spending time with family & friends, and focusing on your accomplishments to reduce your stress levels.

5 Control portion sizes - Try to take smaller servings and use smaller plates. If you are finding it difficult to discipline yourself, you can also opt for the swallowable gas balloon - Allurion. This balloon takes up space in your stomach, helping you feel full despite having eaten less!