Research gap
obesity
OBESITY
As described, a reduction of stress-eating is a promising target in the endeavours to combat obesity. To date, however, no studies have prospectively investigated the role of stress-related eating behaviour on the weight reduction effect of comprehensive healthy lifestyle intervention programs using standardized and validated instruments and assessing key variables of eating behaviour. Moreover, there are no evidence-based interventions to adequately consider the complexity of the interactions of stress, stress-eating and overweight. Holistic lifestyle approaches seem suitable to consider these interactions. As stress and obesity are highly prevalent in society today, innovative interventions should be conducted on a community-scale to improve the combined challenge of stress-related eating and obesity.