Chapter

The Psychology Behind Comfort Food Cravings
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09:50 - 15:49 (05:58)

Comfort food cravings are often rooted in personal history and nostalgia, but studies have shown that there are also gender-based differences in preferred types of comfort food. Women tend to seek out sugary options while men prefer heartier options like soup.

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Comfort foods are a personal choice, often reminding people of special moments in their lives or simpler times.
09:50 - 13:00 (03:10)
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Psychology
Summary

Comfort foods are a personal choice, often reminding people of special moments in their lives or simpler times. Studies have shown that women tend to crave sweeter foods while men lean towards savory options, but ultimately it varies from person to person.

Chapter
The Psychology Behind Comfort Food Cravings
Episode
Short Stuff: Happy Foods!
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
The podcast hosts discuss whether steak is a comfort food and the gender differences in using comfort food as a reward, with women potentially feeling guilty about it and having an evolutionary advantage.
13:00 - 14:06 (01:06)
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Food
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The podcast hosts discuss whether steak is a comfort food and the gender differences in using comfort food as a reward, with women potentially feeling guilty about it and having an evolutionary advantage.

Chapter
The Psychology Behind Comfort Food Cravings
Episode
Short Stuff: Happy Foods!
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
Studies have found links between diet and happiness, suggesting that a lack of certain nutrients in our diet could be affecting our mood.
14:06 - 15:49 (01:42)
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Diet and Happiness
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Studies have found links between diet and happiness, suggesting that a lack of certain nutrients in our diet could be affecting our mood. Regions that consume more fish have a lower prevalence of depression, while the consumption of comfort foods contributes little to our overall health.

Chapter
The Psychology Behind Comfort Food Cravings
Episode
Short Stuff: Happy Foods!
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know