Youve polished off a batch of grandmas beloved cookies when the feeling hits. Its not happiness, though it should be. Youre experiencing a mix of guilt, anxiety and sluggishness, with an all-around bad mood thats far from the comfort you were seeking. And when youre staying at home during the coronavirus pandemic, the last thing you need is another thing to feel bad about. What gives?

The idea of comfort food sounds great in theory, but many of societys favorite feel-good foods lack ideal nutrients. This leaves eaters feeling cranky, not comforted. (And to be clear, were not talking about depression, a more serious condition you should talk to your doctor about.)