Colorado’s Go-To Comfort Food During a Breakup Might Surprise You

There are three things that all of us have in common: we all live,  we’re all going to die,  and we all get our hearts broken at some point in our lives.

Why Valentine’s Day Hits Hard for Coloradans Dealing With Heartbreak

With Valentine’s Day just a month away, romantic love will be at the forefront for a lot of us. Whether we have someone to celebrate the day with or are spending this day single, it's definitely top of mind.

Maybe we're dealing with a recent heartbreak or a breakup.

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Why Coloradans Turn to Comfort Food After a Breakup

When we're feeling things intensely, sometimes we might turn to food for comfort.

We’ve all seen those rom-coms where the romantic lead is crying while scarfing down a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.

A recent study actually determined the go to food we turn to during a breakup.

The Most Popular Breakup Foods People in Colorado Crave

At the top of the list: burgers, pizza, tacos, and grilled cheese. Sweet treats rank pretty high on the list as well.

Cake, cupcakes, cookies, cookie dough, donuts, chocolate, candy, waffles, and ice cream all made the list.

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The Cozy Comfort Foods Coloradans Eat When Their Hearts Are Broken

Some people lean more into the cozy comfort food when their heart is broken like mac and cheese, chicken noodle soup, garlic bread, popcorn, French toast, and fries.

Grilled Cheese Is Colorado’s Go-To Comfort Food During a Breakup

What about Coloradans? According to this very official study, our go-to comfort food during a breakup is grilled cheese.

Again, we're really embracing food that feels comfortable, cozy, and pretty easy to make.

So, what about you?

What foods are you drawn to when you're dealing with a bit of heartbreak?