Dr. Barry Ramo Urges 10-Minute Delay to Curb Stress Eating
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Updated · KOAT New Mexico · Jun 30
Dr. Barry Ramo Urges 10-Minute Delay to Curb Stress Eating
1 articles · Updated · KOAT New Mexico · Jun 30
Summary
Dr. Barry Ramo said stress-eating urges often fade within 10 minutes, making a short delay a practical way to avoid impulsive snacking.
Stress hormones drive appetite and especially sugar cravings, he said, framing the behavior as a metabolic response rather than a failure of willpower.
Ramo advised pairing the delay with distractions such as deep breathing, meditation or writing something down until the craving passes.
Habitual stress eating can lead to overeating and weight gain, he said, making recognition of the pattern the first step toward changing it.