How To Beat Food Cravings: 12 Psychology Studies Reveal All (P)

From dark chocolate to gratitude, psychology reveals unexpected ways to outsmart your appetite and regain control.

We’ve all had those moments when cravings strike — suddenly and powerfully — leaving us reaching for snacks we never planned to eat.

Food cravings are normal: 97 percent of women and 68 percent of men experience them.

Cravings are often focused on unhealthy foods high in sugar, fat and salt.

Naturally, cravings can be a major barrier for those trying to lose weight.

So, here are 12 psychology-backed ways to outsmart cravings and stay in control of your appetite.

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Author: Dr Jeremy Dean

Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004.