Eating Disorders Support Group
Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.
Introduction:
For 3 months i restricted my diet while dieting but i didn't eat under the recommended amount of calories and when ever i did, i would eat something extra.
But then i got too caught up and addicted to the numbers on the scale...
The lower the better, not caring about health at all!
At least, not enough to stop dieting.
I guess it was like an alcoholic being told they were dying of liver failure... I was anemic but still wanted to diet obsessively.
But then just under a week ago i snapped...
I haven't been on my Calorie-Counting website since and I've been baking every day (bread, biscuits and scones) and eating FAR too much.
For the past three days, I've been fighting off crying throughout the day and food is usually there to hide the tears.
But now i need help...
My stomach looks huge and its not in proportion to the rest of my body and i hate the way it looks.
I am getting acid reflux from eating too much and my body not knowing what to do with it all.
I'm never satisfied, I feel sick all the time because I'm simply too full, but i keep on eating.
And when ever i try not to, i get this anxious bubble in my throat which makes my heart race and suddenly i feel like i can't breathe because I'm craving the feeling of swallowing food so badly.
Is there anyone out there on this site who has similar eating habits and if so, have you overcome them and how did you do it?
For 3 months i restricted my diet while dieting but i didn't eat under the recommended amount of calories and when ever i did, i would eat something extra.
But then i got too caught up and addicted to the numbers on the scale...
The lower the better, not caring about health at all!
At least, not enough to stop dieting.
I guess it was like an alcoholic being told they were dying of liver failure... I was anemic but still wanted to diet obsessively.
But then just under a week ago i snapped...
I haven't been on my Calorie-Counting website since and I've been baking every day (bread, biscuits and scones) and eating FAR too much.
For the past three days, I've been fighting off crying throughout the day and food is usually there to hide the tears.
But now i need help...
My stomach looks huge and its not in proportion to the rest of my body and i hate the way it looks.
I am getting acid reflux from eating too much and my body not knowing what to do with it all.
I'm never satisfied, I feel sick all the time because I'm simply too full, but i keep on eating.
And when ever i try not to, i get this anxious bubble in my throat which makes my heart race and suddenly i feel like i can't breathe because I'm craving the feeling of swallowing food so badly.
Is there anyone out there on this site who has similar eating habits and if so, have you overcome them and how did you do it?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Your racing heart/bubble in your throat does sound like anxiety to me, so you need to stop the adrenalin surges or use them productively (preach, preach). I either go for a long walk or do relaxation exercises.
I hope this helps a bit. I'm thinking of you.
After a day of eating well, I'm usually back on track. I've learnt that when I binge, it tends to last for days so I am learning to avoid my triggers and not give in to that first treat. After a few days of eating well, I will let myself have some more unhealthy foods again but I will always plan ahead so I stay in control. Be strong, you can get over this.
thanks jullian, i joined that group yesterday :D
/i've tried planning meals before but it doesn't usually work.
I've decided to get my bf's help :) i now have to ask him permission before im allowed to eat and if its not a set meal time he has to tell me no.
Plus then (since i have a habit of going from eating much to not eating enough) if i don't eat enough he can tell me i need to eat more!
I'm hoping by having his envolvement, it will help me get out of this annoying habit of food addiction!!