With assistance from Northeastern graduate student Kelli Harvilla Whether you are getting adjust to being at school or your new schedule you may be feeling a bit stressed. Many of us are guilty of it – emotional eating. We love our favorite comfort foods and make sure they are available when we are feeling “stressed out.” When we let our feelings affect our nutritional choices, we also affect any weight loss goals we are trying to reach. Food tends to serve as a distraction, allowing us to put aside our worries for the time being. Unfortunately, we often feel guilty after an episode of overeating to deal with stress. Tips to Control Stress Eating Learn to distinguish between true hunger and purely emotional hunger Know your triggers and recognize consistent negative eating patterns Try comfort in another form, such as walking, watching a movie or talking to a friend ...