stress eating

American  

[stres ee-ting] / ˈstrɛs ˌi tɪŋ /

noun

1. emotional eating, especially in response to stress, tension, or anxiety.

   Stress eating is a common response to emotional turbulence that can damage your body over the long term.

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Etymology

Origin of stress eating

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

“Take long walks to clear your head in order to deal with the stress,” he coached Santos via text, urging him to avoid stress eating and alcohol.

From Seattle Times

Learn how to stop stress eating and train your brain to crave healthy foods.

From Washington Post

Preventing stress, eating healthy meals, staying hydrated, exercising and abstaining from alcohol also promote recovery.

From Washington Post

In a 2018 study published in The Journal of Veterinary Behavior, more than 80% of the owners observed thought their dogs displayed signs of emotional eating, or “stress eating” behavior when they were “unhappy.”

From Seattle Times

For many, an uptick in stress eating, stress drinking and plain old stress existing on this mortal plane, combined with a downturn in exercising, has led to a lot more Alka Seltzer flying off the shelves.

From Salon