comfort eating
noun/ˈkʌmfət iːtɪŋ/
/ˈkʌmfərt iːtɪŋ/
[uncountable]- the act of eating something to make yourself feel happier rather than because you are hungry
- Avoid unhealthy eating habits such as comfort eating or skipping meals.
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