A new study reveals that more than two-thirds of people living with chronic pain turn to comfort foods-especially chocolate-for emotional relief and distraction during flare-ups. Eating provides temporary pleasure and even mild pain relief, likely due to biological effects of high-calorie foods on the brains reward and pain systems.
Why Comfort Food Feels Like Medicine for People in Chronic Pain
Neuroscience News - 8 Oct 2025 17:21
A new study reveals that more than two-thirds of people living with chronic pain turn to comfort foods-especially chocolate-for emotional relief and distraction during flare-ups. Eating provides temporary pleasure and even mild pain relief, likely due to biological effects of high-calorie foods on the brains reward and pain systems.
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