The 3 worst things about binge-eating
Those of us who have suffered or are still struggling with binge-eating know in our bones how awful this illness can be. I’ve identified the… Read More »The 3 worst things about binge-eating
disordered eating
Men and disordered eating
If you’re male and overweight or obese, or afraid of becoming overweight or obese, you might unknowingly be dealing with Binge Eating Disorder (BED). This… Read More »Men and disordered eating
Top 3 reasons you regain weight
If you’ve ever lost weight only to regain it back, you know how frustrating this can be. For men and women alike, regaining weight can… Read More »Top 3 reasons you regain weight
Why I cried when Lizzo won
When Lizzo won the Emmy, I instantly burst into tears. My reaction was so unexpected, so spontaneous, it caught me a little off-guard. In fact,… Read More »Why I cried when Lizzo won
What color is your eating disorder?
Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW for short) in Canada, the USA and the UK is usually celebrated sometime in February. And in Canada, apparently, the… Read More »What color is your eating disorder?
Destructive eating works!
A highly effective way to blot out your life. Do you want to dull your emotions? Do you want to avoid painful or extreme feelings?… Read More »Destructive eating works!
Is food your frenemy?
Nowadays, thanks to social media, the word frenemy usually applies to people. But I’ve been using frenemy in relation to food. Because to me, and… Read More »Is food your frenemy?
The hell of relapse
Relapse is a major hurdle in the recovery from any addiction. Where eating disorders are concerned, studies have shown an extremely high incidence of relapse,… Read More »The hell of relapse
Binge eating affects everything!
Thank you to Global News for the following article on binge eating disorder written by Natalie Valleau It affects every area of life: Toronto… Read More »Binge eating affects everything!
Food addiction. It’s a thing!
Food Addiction is real, and now there’s proof! The title of this blog may seem obvious to you, but many in the medical and psychiatric… Read More »Food addiction. It’s a thing!
Tax on junk food: good idea?
Junk food definition (according to Merriam-Webster): (1)Food that is high in calories but low in nutritional content (2) Something that is appealing or enjoyable but… Read More »Tax on junk food: good idea?
Recovery: different perspectives
The before perspective Many years ago, while I was still in the worst throes of binge-eating, I defined recovery from binge-eating quite differently than I… Read More »Recovery: different perspectives
Secret eating: When nobody knows (but you) …
This article on secret eating was first published by Recovery Warriors, a site “dedicated to boosting the emotional intelligence and resilience of people struggling with… Read More »Secret eating: When nobody knows (but you) …
Emotional eating: a closer look
Emotional eating has 2 faces: instant gratification, And remorse. Most of us indulge in emotional eating from time to time, and use food to cope… Read More »Emotional eating: a closer look
5 binge-eating myths
Many people overeat or binge from time to time, especially on holidays and special occasions. But now, binge eating disorder, a serious, chronic syndrome, appears… Read More »5 binge-eating myths
The bullies who fat-shame
Lots of folks are terrified of getting fat, so they project their fear onto others The doctor who recently criticized New Jersey Governor Chris Christie… Read More »The bullies who fat-shame