Struggle with food
I can go a day without a binge. But then it seems like the next day I eat from the time I wake up till the time I go to bed. I will eat till I make myself sick or my stomach and chest hurts. All I think about is food and I can try and numb myself with an activey but my thought is still about food and I end up bingeing. I am stuck in the cycle and I don't know how to stop it.
For men and women suffering from an addiction to food, highly palatable foods (which are often rich in fat, sugar, and/or salt) trigger chemical reactions in the brain that induce feelings of pleasure and satisfaction. This reaction has been explained as comparable to an addict’s response to their substance of choice, as it activates the same brain reward center.This can lead to several physical, emotional, and social consequences, such as digestive issues, heart disease, obesity, low-self esteem, depression, and isolation. A food addict will often re-engage in these destructive behaviors, even amidst undesired consequences, due to the need for induced feelings of pleasure.A nutritionist, psychologist, or doctor who is educated about food addiction may be able to help you break the cycle of compulsive overeating.