Hunger is psychological – and dieting only makes it worse

This essay explores the psychological aspects of hunger and discusses the negative effects of dieting on our relationship with food and hunger. The author argues that hunger is not solely a physiological need but is also influenced by our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Dieting, according to the essay, can exacerbate the psychological aspects of hunger by creating a restrictive relationship with food and triggering a cycle of deprivation and overeating. The essay suggests that society's focus on weight loss and dieting may be perpetuating a harmful approach to hunger and advocates for a more compassionate and balanced approach to eating.