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I feel lost, empty. My binge eating issues have control of me and I can’t see any way out

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kim12938
kim12938

i feel totally lost and helpless at the moment. I have suffered from issues with my eating and depression since my teens. In my 20's i was binge eating and making myself sick (Bulmia). I am now 38 and still suffer with binge eating but don't make myself sick anymore. i feel out of control, i am tired of fighting each day. From the moment i wake up to the moment i go to bed i am totally consumed around thoughts of food, how i look, trying to eat bare minimum calories so i don't put on weight, getting anxious about making sure i can get to the gym to burn off any calories i have eaten that day.

i am exhausted and tired of trying to fight this every day. I Just want to be happy and enjoy my life but have wasted the last 15 years feeling miserable and hating my body and myself.

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  • barbara14354
    barbara14354 kim12938

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    Hi Kim, I'm so sorry you've had to deal with this for so long. I'm only 18 but ive had my fair share of eating disorders/unhealthy relationships with food in my lifetime. What seems to help me when im in a binge-eating phase or whenever really, is to start a habit of cooking nutritious (and yummy) food, 3 meals a day and usually a snack. Giving yourself nutrients/vitamins that you need will help you feel better physically and mentally. I usually dont enjoy cooking but if you make it into a habit it may become something you enjoy and will help to get into a routine of healthy eating! Another important thing as im sure you know, if you havent seen a doctor/counselor about this issue it may be a good idea so this disorder doesnt take up any more of your life. I've found counseling can really help!

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