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Compulsive/Binge Eating

Binge eating disorder sufferers will consume large quantities of food on a regular basis. Compulsive eating, also known as food addiction, involves an obsessive-compulsive approach to food. Sufferers may only eat certain types of food, or they may eat food in a certain manner or quantity.

This section will provide information on the causes of compulsive eating and binge eating disorder, the effects and the various treatment methods that are used to treat these eating disorders.

Latest articles in Compulsive/Binge Eating

 Fighting the Urge of Emotional Eating

The very first key to healing the underlying pain of emotional eating is awareness.

Mar 17, 2011 – Jimmetta Carpenter

Is Every Weekend a Binge-Fest?

This article analyzes weekend binge-fests and their effect on the lives of people by looking at three weekend binge-fests: food, shopping and sleep.

Jan 4, 2011 – Aneeta Sundararaj

Study Shows Exercise Improves CBT Binge Eating Disorder Treatment

Treating obese women with binge eating disorder (BED) is more effective when a combination of CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) and exercise is utilised.

Dec 30, 2010 – Kate Le Page

Limitations of Adjustable Gastric Banding Obesity Treatment

Recent research suggests the benefits associated with adjustable gastric banding to treat obesity may deteriorate over time.

Dec 30, 2010 – Kate Le Page

The Link Between Testosterone and Binge Eating Disorders

Doctors have determined that there may be a link between testosterone and binge eating disorders. Hormonal therapy may be an effective form of treatment.

Dec 22, 2010 – Jayde M. Nichols

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