Food Addiction Support Group

An individual suffering from a food addiction disorder frequently experiences episodes of uncontrolled eating, or binging, during which they may feel frenzied or out of control. They will eat much more quickly than is normal, and continue to eat even past the point of being uncomfortably full. Binging in this way is generally followed by a period of intense guilt feelings...

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lina2008 05/31/2010

Hi there,

during my teens and early 20's I was always very thin... but then in my late 20's and 30's it has all changed. I can't control my eating, I have massive binges once or twice a week which I can't control! I have been on every diet imaginable, from weight watchers to shakes to low carb to just trying 'naturally'. I had a miscarriage in April which has made things worse as I am trying to loose the weight which I gained with the baby to try again but find my self unable to control my binges when I am down, bored or just blah...

I seem to keep focused for most of the week, but then come the weekend, its all down hill

I really don't know what to do, I have to go on hormone tablets at the end of June for IVF and I am panicking as I should have lost at least 2kg by now and instead I have gained about 1.5...

Please help me!!!!

deleted_user 05/31/2010

Hi lina2008,
I'm so very sorry about the loss of your baby. That's a very traumatic experience. Have you received grief counselling? Have you been to see a doctor re eating disorders as bingeing is a symptom of an eating disorder called bulimia? Diets are not the solution to bingeing either. I can't stress strongly enough your need for professional help at this difficult time in your life. I would be glad to touch base regularly with you and be an encouragement in any way I can.
I will keep you in prayer. Bless you Lina..

deleted_user 05/31/2010

Hi,
I am sorry, too.

I also suffer from binge eating disorder (BED). Recovery for me has been a long road. But today I have relief. Hang in there, awareness of the problem is the first step. I wish you the best in all areas of your life. Feel free to contact me if you are feeling you need support!

deleted_user 06/01/2010

I am sorry for your loss too. Maybe you haven't had enough time to grieve. Sounds like you have a lot of stress (one of the causes of my binge eating). Take a little time for yourself to get your thoughts and feelings in order and then you will feel better about focusing on the next round of treatments for IVF.
Best of luck to you and you have my support!

deleted_user 06/03/2010

Sweetheart, I am so sorry for your loss. I too, have suffered the loss of a precious baby-- and I know how heartbreaking the experience can be. I've come to realize that, as a compulsive overeater myself, that so often I eat my feelings. When I long for someone or something- when I want to feel happy, and realize that I can't in that very moment- that I have the propensity to self harm with food. But, sweetheart, I am so glad to tell you that you can do this! You can make it out of the rain.... and finally begin to enjoy the simpler things in life- whether it be a bubble bath, to a good, uplifting book- a positive world is at your fingertips. All you have to do is demand a better life- and goodness arrives through goodness. Consistent good choices, asking for support when we truly need it, admitting that we may have a problem.... Allows for us to stop suffering! It may seem tough--- even impossible--- but love, I can promise you that it's possible. There is a world of uplifting, inspiring 12 step literature out there, for women-- and if the 12 steps don't work for you- that's A-ok! Read some recovery stories! Read the incredible, miraculous tales of women becoming something out of nothing. It happens every day. And I can guarantee that someday, maybe even today, that story of success can be all about YOU! Best wishes hun, talk whenever! Miss Em

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