CAN'T STOP BINGEING

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Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

Yes make sure that you are eating the right amount of food. Starving will cause binges (and fat gain).

Also check that you are eating the right amount of protein in particular. Protein affects hormones associated with appetite and lack of protein is often a cause of binge eating.

And healthy fats are needed and slow-release carbohydrates in order to modulate appetite. Stay off extruded oils like sunflower and ones just labelled vegetable oil and away from sugar as these can also affect appetite.

Sex hormones influence appetite - PMS being a cause of increased appetite for carbs so be gentle with yourself if you are pre-menstrual. Balancing the hormones comes with good diet full of B vitamins and beneficial fats such as the omega 3 type, especially from fish.

Then, if that fails consider emotional eating, where feelings are managed via food. There are many books on this topic and local therapists to help. Also the National Centre for Eating Disorders in the UK has many regional counselors.

Dieting is also a common trigger for binges so this may not be the best place for you at the moment. Use the information in a gentle way and avoid becoming obsessed with calorie counting and restricting.

Look after your self and health. Good luck.

I found that once I practiced portion control with the foods that I like and just mentally convinced myself that I only needed a small amount of certain things to feel satisfied, it eventually started coming to me naturally as a habit. It isn't always easy, and it doesn't happen overnight, but you will get there. Also, make to get plenty of water, protein and fiber to keep you hydrated and full.

Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

every single person binge eats for different reasons

That is exactly right. Do you know your reasons?

Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

every single person binge eats for different reasons

And then stops, or not, the choice is yours.

Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

every single person binge eats for different reasons

And then stops, or not, the choice is yours.

Well your advice was helpful...
My question was HOW to stop in case you didn't realise.

You have to identify WHY you're doing it.

Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

every single person binge eats for different reasons

That is exactly right. Do you know your reasons?

A defense mechanism to stop myself from being raped again. Because if I become big enough, hopefully no one will find me attractive.

As well as depression and other mental health issues.

Are you seeing anyone for these issues?
If you are, you need to be talking to them.

If you're not, you need help of a doctor.

I have been seeing mental health professionals for years.

Then either you need to bring this up with them, or find a new one.

While many of us here have mental issues of our own, none of us can help you with the issues you're having.

This is such a complicated topic. As others have stated, the motivation behind bingeing is varied. I used to binge. It was my go to when I was stressed. Perfectly legal - worked and worked well for years. The problem was I was gaining weight, too.

If you are seeing mental health professionals, it would be wise to discuss your issues with them. They are the only ones that can help you unravel the connection you have made relating your safety to gaining weight. If your brain has decided it is the only way you can be safe, that is where you need to start.

All people that binge have something at its root that causes us to self medicate with food - some are just more serious and complicated than others. I wish you the very best. :flowerforyou:

Just stop.

You're a nurse and you say something like that?

Calm yourself. I say that as one who used to binge eat.

every single person binge eats for different reasons

That is exactly right. Do you know your reasons?

A defense mechanism to stop myself from being raped again. Because if I become big enough, hopefully no one will find me attractive.

As well as depression and other mental health issues.

Are you seeing anyone for these issues?
If you are, you need to be talking to them.

If you're not, you need help of a doctor.

I have been seeing mental health professionals for years.

I am a binger. Went into therapy. I thought I was eating to make me feel better but the doctor told me that I was eating to AVOID any emotions. That helped. I still binge sometimes (just last night), not as often, and like AA it's one day at a time.

And please, be kind to yourself! The internal negative thoughts that we may have after binging can be cruel. The things I tell myself...I wouldn't say that to my worst enemy!!!! Just admit you did a mistake, promise yourself you will try harder next time, forgive and forget and move on!!!

Humble opinion.