I have issues with eating too, and also eat when im not hungry as well. i have yet to overcome this but i hope to.

Yeah I've been dealing with the same eating problem for a while. But I do think I'm overcoming it. It took my parents finding my last stash and being so disappointed in me to change. I just wanted to prove them wrong and show them that I could stop bingeing and lose weight. That motivation is still helping me.

Yep, you are definitely not alone in this. I have had disordered eating throughout most of my life, starting at around the age of 6. You don't need to feel alone or ashamed of what you're going through. I can't say I have overcome this, but I have transformed my disordered eating into different forms, swinging between bingeing and severely restricting. You should really seek some counselling for this issue. Through therapy or just talking to someone, you may be able to identify your triggers and learn some coping mechanisms. A good place to start, if you're not ready to go into therapy is to read other stories around the internet. See if there is anyone you can identify with so you can a) feel less isolated in dealing with your problem and b) learn ways to cope with/ treat this illness. Being here is a great start. Hopefully people will be supportive and help you through this. Send me a message anytime.

Hey!!! Thanks for your support!!! I am back on track today - eating healthy been to the gym - although I ate the kids easter eggs last night so I have to put them back before they notice!!! not good!!!

Haha oh yes, the easter period. Definitely a weak spot for a lot of us I think. I swear easter egg choc tastes better than normal choc, probs because its more processed lol.
Nevertheless, you sound upbeat and positive and I'm so happy to hear that. Keep your chin up and have a lovely easter!

xx

Yes I do and it is horrible,you just can't stop because is like and addiction, I wish there were a way to not be like this.

it used to be a big problem for me.
i don't keep any triggering foods in my house nor do i even buy them anymore.

i've tried controlled eating for years and time after time i'd fail.
i don't even attempt it anymore, i know i'm only fooling myself.

i know what triggers me to binge eat....There are simple little things...instead of trying to work them out or just relax......i binge eat. It can be anything from feeling anxious or a feeling lonely or being a bit stressed.

Hi there.
I struggle with binge eating too. I find there are any number of triggers for me; stress, anxiety, depression, boredom, as well as good old addiction to sugar.
I've just joined myself, so I'm not sure what works.
But I think there are plenty of people out there who struggle with binge eating- it's important we try and address it before it interferes with our daily life.

This all sounds so familiar - I no longer buy stuff that I like to binge on but struggle at times as the kids want stuff such as biscuits or crisps. I also find that if I start to get a craving I will just go to the supermarket and get a load of stuff. - then think sod it and eat even more!!!! Not good!!

I am a new member of this support group. While I do not have an extreme problem (like stealing food, hiding food, lying about food), and my discipline isn't totally lacking, sometimes I do still binge occasionally. Peanut butter is my worst trigger! I keep reminding myself DON'T BRING IT HOME FROM THE SUPERMARKET, DUMB-ASS. When hunger strikes, we can't eat what isn't there!!! If healthy food is around and we're hungry, we'll eat it.

I notice that if I give into a sugar or fast food craving, than a binge is not far behind.

Only since I was 5. I still am a compulsive overeater and I'm 61.
I have been able to control it for periods of time but something triggers
a binge. I have a weak moment, and I'm gone. Back off the wagon
It's just like addiction to drugs or alcohol except it's so readily accessible.

Hey its sooooo good to hear the other posts!! I try to stay away from processed foods and eat naturally - as I find I wont binge on a bag of apples or carrots!! I exercise - but struggle to stay on the straight and narrow!!! I wonder sometimes if processed food has something in that encourages you to binge!!! After my latest binge I even thought that (a) I feel sick but (b) did I even enjoy what I had eaten??? I dont think I did!!! Its like a form of self abuse - I did also think that perhaps I binge because I dont really want to be thin??? - I did find that Paul Mckenna can make you thin was a useful book as I started to feel better about myself!!

I am so glad that this many people have replied to this post. Thank you Est3lle for posting your question and thank you to all of you kind people who make this group such a fantastic and supportive place to be. Everytime I read a reply from one of you, I feel a little better and I hope you do too Est3lle.