The more extra weight an individual carries, the more difficult it becomes to move. This reduces activity level even more, contributing to additional weight gain. Many people eat for reasons other than physical hunger. Over time we learn to use foods to respond to circumstances and the feelings that accompany them. While not absolute, women are more likely to overeat in private, responding to negative emotions such as sadness or guilt.
Men tend to overeat in social situations or as part of a celebration.
St. Luke's Nutrition Center helps clients identify circumstances that lead to overeating and lower activity. If you have a healthcare question, need information regarding our services or want to find a physician, we make it easy to get the answers and the help you need. The information available on this website is not intended to be and should not be considered medical advice. Use of this website and any of the information or links to other sites shall constitute your acceptance of these terms and conditions of use. All content Copyright 2001, St. Luke's Hospital of Cedar Rapids, IA except where noted.