Eating your feelings typically connotes images of stressed-out binge eating. Author Lindsey Smith discusses the positive uses of mood-boosting foods in her new book, "Eat Your Feelings: The Food Mood Girl's Guide to Transforming Your Emotional Eating." She explains what causes individual cravings, and how you can help to curb them. Smith says there are specific foods that can help fight off sadness. She reveals why bananas, raw cacao, and other items are some of the most effective edible mood boosters. She also shares some questions you can ask yourself to help understand the root causes of your cravings. Then, Smith explains her mantra, "You are what you chop." She says learning how to properly chop vegetables can drastically lessen anxiety levels in the kitchen and help promote home cooking. Finally, we learn the best spices to use to improve your emotional well-being.

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