Food addicts

Food is always on my mind too. It was always a huge focus in my family while growing up and I've always had a big appetite. The times in the past where I lost a decent amount of weight were when a "switch" inside my head flicked. That switch is not flicked in the right direction now, though. Nice to meet you!

Cindy4Change wrote: »

Hi everyone. I'm almost 48. Female. Just joined a gym at the mall where I work. I've been struggling with overeating my entire life. I am a recovering bulemic since age 18. I hope to make new friends here. Conversation with people struggling with food addiction is desired.

Hi Cindy... I have a very unhealthy relationship with food that I’m trying to overcome. I’m 47 and want to try to change that. It’s difficult!! My goal is to lose 2lbs a week and eat small throughout the day. Past habit was to eat nothing until 2 when I was starving and then late night. Def not good choices. Anyway good luck with your journey!

I'm also a food addict and also suffered from bulimia in the past, it started when I was 17 and I'm now 29. Having 2 kids and putting A LOT of weight on with both pregnancies has not been good to how I view myself and my appetite, for that matter. I definitely eat in secret, because I'm so shy to let anyone see how much I can eat. My husband lost 55lbs and he looks so good and he's also super fit, training for an iron man, I feel really bad next to him. I have 50lbs to loose but it's hard when I think about food ALL. THE. TIME!!

charlenekemp07 wrote: »

I'm also a food addict and also suffered from bulimia in the past, it started when I was 17 and I'm now 29. Having 2 kids and putting A LOT of weight on with both pregnancies has not been good to how I view myself and my appetite, for that matter. I definitely eat in secret, because I'm so shy to let anyone see how much I can eat. My husband lost 55lbs and he looks so good and he's also super fit, training for an iron man, I feel really bad next to him. I have 50lbs to loose but it's hard when I think about food ALL. THE. TIME!!

Same 100%. My husband is focused and I’m over here stuffing my face. We now weigh the same 😳

I’m also a food addict. I need ways to take my mind off food and deal with anxiety/depression head on instead of using food to cope

Hey.. realising I'm a food addict.. the more I accept I need to lose weight the more I start craving food.. please someone add me and help me stay motivated? Lol

Ditto to all previous except not a former bulimic. I also hoard food. I always buy way more of something at the store to "have on hand" at home, and if there is a catered office gathering, I will wrap a bunch of food up in a napkin and take it home. Part of this stems from the food addiction, but also my aversion to wasting/throwing away things that can be eaten/used.

I’ve always had an issue with binge eating and recently, drinking as well. I’m an all or nothing type of person mentally so it’s very hard for me to break that pattern, but once I do, I can control it. Usually one little taste of “junk” food or beer, whatever it may be, I go overboard and say “oh well might as well ruin the rest of my day”. But I’ve learned that I can’t keep tempting things near me and I have to focus on the good feeling I get from not eating crap and drinking. I crave salty foods so I keep pickles and salty popcorn in the house which I eat in small portions.

I didn't even realize I was binge eating until my early 20s, that's when I was diagnosed with major depression. Other meds didn't work for me and I was also afraid of weight gain, so I know I don't do well with SSRIS. I have lost 20 pounds so far by making healthier options and minimizing my compulsive eating habits. I'm on Wellbutrin now, I don't feel any different (feeling wise) but I can tell that my desire to eat was minimized and since it does cause mild dry mouth it helps with increasing water intake, and I guess I don't cry everyday now so that's a plus! I've tried medical weight loss in the past where I was prescribed phentermine, it wasn't a good feeling. It felt like I was on a double dosage of Adderall and gave me anxiety.

I hope you also find what works best for you to control your binge eating. I see that during a friends party or birthdays, I just give up entirely for a whole week until I pick myself back up. If anything, I've noticed that I am more of a lightweight since starting Wellbutrin, so don't need to drink so many sugary alcoholic drinks cause I'm good with two. So far I lost 5 pounds on it and by tracking even if I go over my limit. If you suffer from depression worse than anxiety, I'd recommend asking a doctor to get on it. I think this is way better than any other things I've tried, plus on my insurance it's free due to it being a preventative prescription. Although I know that this might work for me but not others, I hope those who struggle with depression and low energy should look into something that could work for them.

You got this! You're not in this alone.

Same here. I have always had a dysfunctional relationship with food. Im either over eating or over restricting. I think for me its about having control.
Eithet way, my day seems to revolve around it rathet than the other way around. Add me anyone!

Im 48 have been bulemic since i was about 16 sometimes im ok and have a few good wèeks but then something triggers a binge i find its ruining any attempt i make at loosing weight im starting again today to try get control of my diet anyone want to add me please do

TY for this thread. Though not a bulimicI binge ate & overexcercised in college. Joined a support group. Now 53 with significant weight gain & my MD giving me warnings about being overweight with high blood sugar & high cholesterol. I want to manage my life better to feel better & stay healthy. Still struggle with certain foods where I have no off switch & certain situations where I eat instead of being in my uncomfortable feelings. Will commit to posting when cravings rather than hunger drive my trip to the kitchen.
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