Tag: Non physical hunger

According to a study on children, eating in the absence of hunger (EAH) is a stable behavioral trait and a risk factor for overconsumption, suggesting that many people learn to eat for reasons other than physical hunger from a young age. Understanding why you eat when you aren't hungry is a vital step toward improving your relationship with food.

According to a 2022 survey, as many as 38% of adults engage in stress eating despite reporting they feel full. If you've ever found yourself asking, "Why do I feel like eating all the time even though I am not hungry?", you're not alone. This phenomenon, often called non-physical or emotional hunger, is driven by a complex interplay of psychological, biological, and environmental factors rather than a true need for calories.