One of the most interesting things I’ve learned about overeating is how, for people who LOVE food, we sure do make a habit of checking out before we eat it.  Seriously, there’s been scientific research which shows people who eat when they’re distracted, stressed, or otherwise unhappy don’t show the same level of increased vitamins and minerals in their system after a meal as those who do. Then stop emotional eating, enjoy your food. Food is life.   It sustains us.    It nurtures us.   And WHEN YOU ENJOY YOUR FOOD YOU TELL YOURSELF YOU DESERVE TO LIVE.