Are you consuming food frequently in large quantities without any control? Then, it can be due to a serious disorder called binge eating. Binge eating is a disorder where people eat in larger amount without having control over them.
Though binge eating is a chronic disorder, it is treatable. People with binge eating disorder (BED) feels distressed and blame themselves after eating uncontrollably as they fail to resist themselves from eating too much. BED is the most serious condition than overeating and it can lead to other serious conditions like obesity, hypertension, osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes, kidney problems and so on. People with binge eating mostly try to comfort or reward themselves using foods. They tend to eat even when they are not hungry and do not stop eating until they are uncontrollably full. This condition of binge eating is mostly seen in adults and especially in women. Women are more at risk of binge eating than men.
What are the causes of binge eating disorder?
The exact cause of binge eating is not known yet, but it is believed that combination of different factors can lead to binge eating disorder. Here are few factors which triggers the risk of binge eating in most of the people
- Genetics– Yes, genetics plays a crucial role in binge eating. Factors like genetic mutations, family history, eating habits, hormonal imbalances and several others triggers BED.
- Psychological factors– There is a strong connection between your eating habits and your psychological factors. Psychological factors like depression, stress, work load and several others can trigger binge eating habit.
- Age– People of all age groups can develop BED, but it is more in adults or late teens.
- Dieting– People those who follow crash diets are more at risk of ending with BED. People, who starve themselves with the strict diet, cannot control themselves when they see the food.
What are the warning signs of Binge Eating Disorder?
Binge eating disorder affects individual’s overall wellbeing like physically, mentally and emotionally.
- Eating even when they are full and faces difficulty in stopping
- Feel weak and tired when they do not consume food
- Eating secretly
- Feels shy about their eating habits
- Becoming sensitive to comments on their weight, food habits and also on their body shape
- Depressed and low self esteem
- Feels uncomfortable and avoids questions about eating and weight
- Try to harm themselves, as they feel sorry for being so out of control.
Homeopathy Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder
Homeopathy is a natural and holistic way of treatment for dealing with binge eating disorder. Homeopathy treatment for eating disorders does not just believe in treating the symptoms, but also works deep inside and balances your system. It is a safe and side effects free treatment which treats root cause of the problem. Eating disorder treatment at homeopathy is prescribed based on symptoms and theory of individualization. Homeocare International provides affective treatment for eating disorders and helps in leading a healthy and happy life.