What is Binge Eating?

What is Binge eating?

Binge eating features eating a very large amount of food within a relatively short period of time usually within 1-2 hours. During this episode, they will feel a loss of control over their eating habits and may not be able to stop even if they want to. Sometimes a person with BED will often have a range of identifiable eating habits such as eating when they are not hungry and continuing to eat even when they are already full.

Binge eating is a devastating psychological disease that can be deadly because it often results in obesity. but the reason for BED varies from person to person, sometimes a combination of social and cultural factors causes a person to binge eat.

A person with binge eating disorder is just likely to be in normal weight. One can recognize a person with binge eating disorder because of these behavioral signs and symptoms:

• Eating large quantity of food
• Non-stop eating even when full
• Hoarding Food
• Often eating in the absence of others

And sometimes binge eating disorder can be characterized by emotional symptoms:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Guilt and shame after binge eating

But What Causes Binge Eating?

The exact causes of this are unclear. A psychological and emotional characteristic may contribute to this condition wherein a person may have trouble controlling her emotions and impulsive behaviors.

Binge eating disorder is a very serious disorder, particularly if it is accompanied by co-occurring disorders like anorexia, bulimia and other eating disorders. It leads to a wide variety of physical, emotional and social problems. You're more likely to suffer health issues, stress, insomnia, and suicidal thoughts. 

Tips on How to Recover from Binge eating

1.  Focus on what you're eating- Avoid fatty and sugary foods
2. Eat regularly- A balanced diet gives your body the nutrients to function properly.
3. Find better ways to feed your feelings
4. Support yourself with healthy lifestyle habits- Avoid alcoholic beverages
5.  Avoid Cravings
6. Make time for regular exercise
7. Get enough sleep overnight- Make sure to get an 8 hour sleep per day

  

source: Timberknolls