help?

AlexLee13

Okay I have this huge issue, where I comfort eat every time I am down... Normally, to someone that is 'normal' that would be okay but I binge so much when I get sad or when something happens, and I have a bad feeling I am suffering from depression - another spanner in the works. I am actually scared that I will gain lots of weight from comfort eating, and I have to go on holiday with a large bunch of toned, lovely people that have nice figures. To say I will be the odd one out is an understatement. I don't know what I can do because I physically can't stop myself from binging, and thinking of myself being so fat and gaining only makes it worse.
Does anyone know any tips to stop me from binging or any exercises that burn fat? And if anyone is there that has time to talk when I am struggling, I would be grateful...

Marie047

Firstly, stop thinking so negatively, you are not fat or disguisting. You are here therefore you are showing you want to lose the weight or tone up that`s a great start.

I know how you feel when I get stressed or upset I used to go for alcohol generally, food has the same impace for other people. I stopped this by looking inwards and understanding what go me in to this situation where I went for it. I learned alot about myself like this, I know use exercsie as a outlet, as it promotes happy hormones, and doing thing like body combat where its about doing some punching and kicking is a great stress relief.

However if you do feel the need to indule when you get stressed look at healthy options, like nuts, seeds, fruit etc. This way its not too bad on your cal count.

Feel free to add me and I will help you with this if you would like x

SashThompson

I agree with the above comment! Positive thinking has more of an impact than you know and vice versa with negative thinking. Realising that you have just as much power to do this as anyone of us on here is a powerful tool so start by believing yourself.

Secondly, I'd say acknowledge the things that are making you sad or upset so that you can understand more about WHY you feel the need to binge eat and more importantly so you can be prepared for when it happens.
Try to keep less or (even better) no junk food in the house, if its not easily accessible you're less likely to go for it. on the other hand, keep some healthy alternatives instead, things like nuts, seeds, fruit & even protein shakes can work wonders.

All exercise burns fat! Exercise is a GREAT stress reliever and it releases all of those good hormones and feel-good chemicals from the brain. If you arent a member of a gym, try going for a walk or a jog somewhere that you find peaceful (AWAY from food :P) maybe a beach, a walking track through the bush anything like that. if thats not an option think about getting yourself an exercise dvd that you can do at home, maybe even yoga? perhaps make a list of household/outdoor chores that need doing and occupy yourself with those when you feel the need to binge eat. You'd never believe the amount of calories you can burn from chopping wood or gardening!!

and lastly, use MFP! The people on here are wonderful and are always willing to help you through tough times. we're all here for the same reason and alot of use go through the same feelings and emotions. Supportive people around you that understand where you're coming from can make all the difference. Feel free to add me and message me whenever you need support.

Good luck, hang in there. You're capable of more that you could ever imagine

cramernh

Have you considered connecting with a counselor or professional who you can talk with? You definitely have alot more going on here than just a personal issue with binging. Sounds like alot more needs to be addressed if you hate yourself this much to consider a nickname like the one you have willingly chosen.

cramernh

By the way... how tall are you and what is your current weight?