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Eating Disorders Defined: Binge Eating
Binge Eating Disorder is relatively new in terms of recognized
eating disorders. It is characterized by frequent episodes of uncontrolled
overeating.
Statistics
Did you know that...
- Approximately 25 percent of obese people suffer from Binge
Eating Disorder?
- Of those suffering from Binge Eating Disorder, 60 percent are
female and 40 percent are male?
- Many who have this disorder also suffer from depression?
Binge Eating can lead to some extreme health problems that are
associated with clinical obesity. Here are a few that can occur:
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol levels
- Heart disease as a result of elevated triglyceride levels
- Secondary diabetes
- Gallbladder disease
Symptoms
Symptoms can include the following:
- Eating large quantities in short periods of time without feeling
hungry or full
- Eating alone
- Feelings of shame or guilt after a binge
- Eating large quantities rapidly, without really tasting or
enjoying the food
- Feeling “out of control” during binges
For More Information
For more information about binge eating or to learn about South
Coast Medical Center's Eating Disorder program, call (949) 499-7504.
Or email
us with your questions.
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