Binge Eating Disorder

Binge Eating Disorder is characterised by periods of uncontrolled, impulsive or continuous eating to the point of being uncomfortably full.

Some symptoms include:

• Repeated episodes of binge eating which often result in feelings of shame and self-hatred.
• No compensatory behaviour (ie vomiting, laxative abuse, excessive exercise) after bingeing.
• May result in obesity

Health Risks of Binge Eating Disorder

Binge eating disorder may lead to obesity, which has many health risks:

• High blood pressure.
• High cholesterol.
• Heart disease.
• Type 2 diabetes.
• Gallbladder disease.

For more information, visit the National Eating Disorders Collaboration here.