Give Someone a Hug
Hugs and other kinds of physical affection release oxytocin, a feel-good chemical that counters stress hormones to make you feel happy and calm—and less likely to seek comfort from food. Aim for six to eight hugs daily that last an ambitious 10 to 20 seconds each.
Seek Solace in a Screen
Playing Tetris on your smartphone for as little as 3 minutes can reduce the strength of food cravings by 25%, per a new study. The aptly named Candy Crush should do the trick as well, say researchers—as does anything that absorbs you in the task at hand and keeps your mind off your coworker's chocolate stash.
