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Binge Eating
Signs of Binge Eating Disorder
Ten popular signs of binge eating disorder include:
- Frequent out-of-control eating
- Embarrassment when eating in front of others
- Anxiety
- Consumption of large meal portions
- Feelings of disgust after eating
- Depression
- Eating when hunger is not present
- Rapid eating
- Hoarding food
- Stress due to weight gain
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Binge Eating and Unhealthy Weight Gain
Binge eaters can consume a very large number of calories in one meal. While some binges consist of a normal amount of food, as much as 20,000 calories may be consumed at a time. Constant episodes of compulsive overeating may lead to a person becoming overweight or even obese, although there are individuals who still maintain a normal weight. Finish reading this article »
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10 Eating Disorder Recovery Tips
What do you do when you are finished with your eating disorder treatment? How can you keep yourself from falling back into the old habits you learned to overcome at an eating disorder residential center? Finish reading this article »
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Adults & Eating Disorders
The idea that only teen girls and college students develop eating disorders is a common misconception. In truth, men and women of all ages suffer from these types of disorders. Older women and men are an age group that is frequently overlooked in regards to eating disorders, but one that should be equally addressed. Finish reading this article »
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Who has Eating Disorders?
Anyone can develop an eating disorder. However, approximately 90% of eating disorders take place in women. Teens and those in their 20’s form the most likely age groups in which eating disorders take place. Finish reading this article »
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Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are not only physically demanding they also can negatively affect your social life and emotional well-being. Setting unrealistic standards or feeling depressed and lonely are common factors associated with an eating disorder. Finish reading this article »
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Eating Disorders & Pregnancy
There are three primary types of eating disorders. These include anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia. All three of these disorder can be very dangerous, both to one’s physical and mental health. How do these disorders affect a person’s body? Can they cause problems during pregnancy? Finish reading this article »
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Steps to Take When Dealing with Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder, a disorder characterized by an overwhelming desire to eat large amounts of food, can be a difficult problem to overcome. Some may need the assistance of an eating disorder treatment center. Finish reading this article »
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How Those with Eating Disorders Might Feel About the Holiday Season
When first thinking of the holidays most people remember fun days spent with family and friends, meals with delicious foods and desserts, being thankful for what you have and giving to others. However, if too much planning, spending and other topics are brought up the holidays begin to feel stressful. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays are often anxiety-ridden and centered on the subject of food. Finish reading this article »
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Approaching a Friend about an Eating Disorder
When confronting someone about an eating disorder, it is important to remember what a touchy subject it can be. Finish reading this article »
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Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder is an eating disorder in which a person eats a large amount of food at one time (binging), in order to cope with relationships and the stresses of life. Finish reading this article »
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What is Nutritional Counseling?
Nutritional counseling is a type of assessment made which analyzes various health needs in regard to diet and exercise. A nutritional counselor helps people to set achievable health goals and teaches various ways of maintaining these goals throughout their lifetime. Finish reading this article »
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What is Gastric Bypass Surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery, also known as bariatric gastric bypass surgery, is a surgery used to limit the amount of food a person can eat. Finish reading this article »
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What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?
Prader-willi syndrome is a disorder in which someone has a compulsive desire to eat. People with this condition are often short in stature, have light skin, poor muscle tone, suffer from mental retardation and are frequently obese. Finish reading this article »
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Bigorexia/Muscle Dysmorphia
Bigorexia, also known as muscle dysmorphia, is a disorder in which a person constantly worries about being too small and frail looking. Finish reading this article »
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What types of eating disorders do males have?
Males can have all three of the common eating disorders. These include: anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. Finish reading this article »
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10 Common Myths
Myth #1: People who are normal or overweight can not have eating disorders. Finish reading this article »
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What is EDNOS?
EDNOS, or “Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified”, is a type of disordered eating that does not necessarily fall into the specific category of anorexia, binge eating, or bulimia. Finish reading this article »
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1. Drastic Change in Eating Habits
When a person is developing an eating disorder, they cannot help the fact that their eating behaviors will be abnormal. Look for signs of abnormal eating behaviors- but remember to keep in mind the individual. Finish reading this article »
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