November 01, 2024 02:09 PM IST
From slowing down when eating to remembering that we’re allowed to make mistakes, here are four tips for recovering from overeating.
Binge eating is a disorder in which a lot of food is eaten in a short period of time. This can lead to obesity, and is an eating disorder that makes people feel they have no control over what and how much they eat. US-based Amber Clemens, who describes herself as a personal coach on her Instagram profile, shared that she ‘lost 160 pounds (72.5 kg)’ and recovered from binge eating with four tips.
“There was a time in my life when the idea of avoiding overeating was never possible for me. I have struggled with this for most of my life, as since I was a child it had become my way of life, whether I liked it or not. And I definitely didn’t like living that way, but I’d never really lived my life without binge eating,” Amber said, sharing her struggle with binge eating.
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She also shared four steps she took that helped her overcome her eating disorder.
focus on moderation
When we try to deal with the problem of overeating, one of the first mistakes we make is to deprive ourselves of food completely. This may increase the tendency to overeat. Instead, we can start consuming food in small quantities and gradually reduce the amount.
eat slowly while eating
Binge eaters have a tendency to eat too quickly – leading to overeating before they realize they are full. Instead, it’s best to eat slowly and be careful when eating.
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stop restricting yourself
Instead of putting food on hold, we should develop the mindset that we can have any food, at any time of the day. This can help us avoid gobbling up foods as soon as we get them. This mindset can also come in handy when we’re on vacation, or eating cheat meals.
forgive yourself
Losing weight and recovering from binge eating requires a lot of love and forgiveness towards yourself. We must remember that progress is not linear, and we are allowed to make mistakes. Instead of focusing on mistakes, we should learn to move on from the past and focus on our health.
Also read: What drives our brain to overeat; Research revealed
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions you may have about a medical condition.
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