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Comfort foods are familiar and emotionally satisfying dishes that provide a sense of psychological comfort in times of stress or distress. They are not necessarily chosen for their nutritional value but for the positive emotions they evoke, offering a sense of reassurance and relief during challenging or emotionally charged moments.
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Ephi Lu. (2026). Comfort Foods. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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