When we refer to binge eating we are not talking about having a large family dinner and overindulging over the holidays. According to the Mayo Clinic, it’s a serious mental condition that is qualified as an eating disorder by the DMS-5 and it affects as many as 5% of Americans.

What is Binge Eating?

Binge eating is rapidly consuming a large amount of food in one sitting beyond the point of being full, but to the point of utter discomfort.

While we don’t know the exact causes, WebMD suggests that it isn’t driven by hunger, but by psychological issues, whether those issues are rejection, inadequacy, or fear of failure. It may be planned or spontaneous and there is no purging involved. Continue reading →

Everywhere you look today, you can find an example of the perfect body. Body image has become a huge part of American society. The quest for the perfect shape has left many people with dysfunctional eating habits and eating disorders.

If you’re concerned about your diet, or the eating habits of someone you know here are seven signs of dysfunctional eating that you should be aware of.

Preparing Food then Not Eating It

Many times, people will prepare elaborate meals and then not eat them. Web MD list this is one of the many dysfunctional eating signs that could indicate an eating disorder. Cooking large meals and not eating them allow someone with dysfunctional eating patterns to partake in regular food preparation without consuming calories. Continue reading →