lohtusyömisen
Lohtusyömisen, a Finnish term, translates to "comfort eating" or "emotional eating" in English. It describes the act of consuming food, often high in sugar, fat, or carbohydrates, in response to negative emotions such as stress, sadness, loneliness, or boredom. While not a formally recognized medical diagnosis, lohtusyömisen is a widely recognized behavior associated with psychological well-being.
The underlying mechanism of lohtusyömisen often involves the body's response to stress. Certain foods can trigger
Factors contributing to lohtusyömisen can be varied. They may include learned behaviors from childhood, a lack
Addressing lohtusyömisen typically involves identifying emotional triggers and developing alternative coping mechanisms. These might include exercise,