With stress an increasingly common aspect of day-to-day life, Mark Gilbert, Nutritionist for The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan, is urging people to rethink before reaching for food to combat symptoms of stress. According to recent research, over a quarter (29%) of the population suffers from weight issues as a result of their stress.
The recent research also revealed that 31% of people surveyed have felt stressed due to suffering from weight-related health issues, while 15% have suffered significant emotional distress as a consequence of these health problems. The highest percentage of people who reported stress-induced weight issues were aged between 45 and 54 years old.
Mark Gilbert offers his top tips for the best foods and drinks to reach for next time you're suffering from stress:
