Binge eating is an eating disorder associated with the intake of a large quantity of food in a short period. Stress is a triggering factor in people with binge eating disorders. It is accompanied by feelings of shame, guilt, and distress.
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How can I control my urge to eat?
Query: Hi doctor, I am trying to lose weight for about one year now. I used to weigh 165.34 lb. With proper diet and exercise, I was able to reduce my weight. Now, my weight is 143.30 lb. But I am unable to control my urge to eat. I am cheating on my diet every single day and it makes me frustrated. I am o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have reached your normal BMI (body mass index). So after this, weight reduction will be a very slow process. According to WHO (world health organization), you are weighing right for your height. Coming to the eating problem, divide your meals into six small meals. Eat... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 years old, and I weigh 93 pounds. I had a diet all year long of about 1200 calories to 1300 calories a day, and I exercised daily, burning 2000 calories. I have been dieting for the past eight years now. So I decided to work out still and eat all the foods I did not eat before, s... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. Sometimes binge eating is fine since you are dieting and exercising. It is not an issue for you to go back to the same schedule, but I suggest you learn to manage and follow a few steps to help you maintain weight. Gi... Read Full »
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