Binge Eating Explained: Symptoms, Risks, and How to Recover!

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Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is more than just overeating—it’s a serious mental health condition that affects millions. In this video, we break down the signs, causes, and treatment options in a simple and supportive way. Learn how binge eating differs from bulimia, who’s at risk, how it affects your mental and physical health, and why recovery is absolutely possible.  We’ll also cover the role of therapy, medication like Vyvanse, and how specialized treatment programs can help. Whether you’re struggling with food yourself or supporting someone who is, this video gives you clear, helpful information you can use today.  References: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/eating-disorders/binge-eating-disorder/ss/cm/slideshow-binge-eating-disorder

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00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about binge eating explained, symptoms, risks, and how to

00:15recover. Binge eating disorder isn't just occasional overeating, like stuffing yourself

00:20on holidays. It's when you regularly lose control around food, at least once a week for three months

00:25or more. 1. You feel out of control. You may eat when you're not hungry, eat alone, or keep going

00:31until you feel sick. Afterward, guilt, shame, or disgust often hit hard. Many people hide their

00:36behavior from others because they're embarrassed. 2. It's not the same as bulimia. Both involve

00:41binging and feeling bad after, but bulimia includes purging, vomiting, using laxatives, or over-exercising.

00:47Binge eating doesn't. 3. Anyone can have it. It affects all genders, ages, sizes, and races.

00:53About 6 million Americans have had it. Women are slightly more affected, but men, especially in

00:58middle age, get it too. Around 1.6% of teens also struggle with it. 4. It often leads to weight gain.

01:06Around two-thirds of people with binge eating disorder are obese. It's common in people seeking

01:10weight loss help. The disorder raises your risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and type 2

01:15diabetes. 5. Mental health is tied in. Many also deal with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder,

01:21addiction, poor sleep, low self-esteem, or body image issues. 6. What causes it? There's no single

01:28cause. It's usually a mix of genetics, mental health, past trauma, or even dieting. Stressful

01:34events or sensitivity to food cues like smells or images can also play a role. 7. You can recover.

01:40Recovery starts with getting a proper diagnosis. A doctor or therapist will ask about your eating

01:45habits, emotions, and thoughts about food and your body. 8. Treatment works. Therapy helps.

01:51CBT cognitive behavioral therapy targets harmful thoughts. IPT interpersonal therapy focuses on

01:57relationship issues. A nutritionist can teach you better eating habits and help you track

02:01progress. 9. Medication can help. Some antidepressants and anti-seizure meds

02:06reduce cravings. 5. An ADHD drug is FDA approved for this disorder and may cut down binge episodes.

02:1310. Weight loss is tricky. Binge eating makes weight loss harder. Standard diets may not work.

02:18Some people do better with programs tailored for eating disorders. Ask your doctor what's best for

02:23you. 11. You can prevent it. If you're at risk because of family history, guilt around food,

02:29low self-esteem, or impulsive eating, talk to a professional early. Getting support early can

02:34make a big difference.

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