The point at which most people put down their forks and stop is usually not a familiar place for people with binge eating disorder. Seemingly uncontrollable urges to consume large amounts of food – even to the point of feeling uncomfortable or in pain – characterize this condition. The good news, however, is that binges …
It seems like sweet treats and indulgences are around every corner during the holiday season. While there’s nothing wrong with a well-planned and conscious splurge (the idea being that you’re in control rather than allowing the cravings to control you), it’s best to stop binge eating before it starts. Tips to Avoid Binge Eating Here …
Many eating disorder experts will argue that binge eating can stem from unmet emotional or psychological needs, but conquering the behavior also requires a practical approach to changing habits. In addition to working with a therapist or joining a peer-led support group (like Overeaters Anonymous), conquering food binges starts with overhauling your routine and preparing …
Wellbutrin, which goes by the generic name bupropion, is a medication used to treat depression and seasonal affective disorder. For people with anorexia, Wellbutrin may cause complications that worsen symptoms or create new health problems that aren’t already present. If you have anorexia, make sure your doctor knows about your condition before you start taking …
Patients suffering with anorexia spend a majority of their time thinking about their weight, often in an attempt to supplement solutions for other problems, like a history of abuse or stress. While the exact cause of anorexia is unknown, there are a number of common associations made between anorexics and the development of the eating …
Did you know that up to 24 million people of all ages suffer from an eating disorder? Anorexia, one of the three most common eating disorders, occurs when people essentially starve themselves to death because they see themselves as overweight when in fact they are extremely underweight. If left untreated, anorexia can cause severe long-term …
Anorexia is an eating disorder in which people consume small quantities of food in order to lose weight and eventually become dangerously thin. Despite the weight loss, they still perceive themselves as overweight. While the exact causes of anorexia are unknown, there are a number of conditions that can encourage the disorder. Need for Control …
One of the causes of anorexia is thought to be that it gives practitioners a sense of control in a life that is otherwise not meeting their expectations. When this is coupled with depression and a feeling of being alone, talking to others with the disease can be very helpful. First, it opens up the …
A serious life-threatening eating disorder where people have the perception that they are overweight when in fact they are extremely underweight, anorexia can be deadly if left untreated. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, people who suffer from anorexia are 18 times more likely to die early than people without an …
Anorexia, also commonly referred to as anorexia nervosa, is a serious life-threatening eating disorder where people have the perception that they are overweight when in fact they are extremely underweight. It is estimated that up to four percent of women have suffered from anorexia in their lifetime. If left untreated, anorexia can cause death. In …
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