Are You Struggling with Bulimia or a Severe Binge Eating Disorder?

Are you worried about your weight, constantly thinking that you’re not thin enough? Do you tend to overeat large amounts of food known as binge eating followed by purging? Let’s take a look at the warning signs of bulimia.

According to an article at articlesfactory.com, “How to Determine If You Suffer from Bulimia”

“Bulimia is defined as 2 or more episodes of binge eating (consuming a large amount of food in 2 hours or less) at least twice a week for 3 months.
These episodes may be followed by vomiting or purging (with laxatives or diuretics) and may alternate with fasting and compulsive exercising.
People who suffer from bulimia often view this behavior as a shameful secret.

Binge Eating Disorder (binging that is not followed by vomiting, fasting or exercise) has gotten more attention recently since it is being considered for inclusion as a psychiatric diagnosis.

The criteria are tentatively listed as “a condition that causes serious distress with at least 3 of the following symptoms occurring at least 2 days a week for 6 months:
• eating very fast
• eating until uncomfortably full
• eating when not hungry
• eating alone
• feeling disgusted or guilty afterward

Since most of the population has probably engaged in these eating behaviors at one time or another, I guess it comes down to the frequency and severity of the problem.

You can be a binge eater, but you would have to be binging quite regularly to be considered to have Binge Eating Disorder.” To read the entire article click here.

Tired of the ups and downs with dieting and feeling out of control over your eating habits? Barbara Cox of ABC Nutrition Services is the leading expert in eating disorders. To schedule an appointment contact ABC Nutrition Services at 775-329-0505 or visit ABCNutritionServices.com.