Numerous studies have shown that stress can modify our food choices, leading to a preference for fatty and/or sweet foods, i.e. those with a high energy density. This is linked to the hormones released under stress (cortisol, insulin, etc.). The hedonic power of these foods stimulates the reward circuit, providing a transient sense of calm.

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