Eating disorder ?

For a while now I’ve started to think I possibly have an Ed. I consistently get anxious if I don’t intake what I feel is satisfying to me . I consume a lot of sugary food throughout the day. Through each course of a meal, I don’t feel full sometimes or at least I think. I eat a lot during nighttime . There’s a lot I’ve noticed throughout these last couple of months now . My eating routine is just not the same . I’ve gained over 20+ pounds over these months . I know due to my stressful circumstances, I cannot stop devouring all this food . My ocd is the main factor to overall all my problems . I’m not sure where to go to get a diagnosis . This is simply just a concern for me and I want to eat normally now because my habit of overeating only unmotivates me not to follow with the plans . For example; going to the gym . I know that if I want to successfully lose weight then I need to better manage my current state with food consumption . I don’t wanna fall back because I don’t know what I’m doing . Anyone have any suggestions in regards with this subject ? I genuinely just need to know how I can get a diagnosis .

PeachMR

Date posted: 3y

I think if you went to your regular doctor they could refer you to someone, or maybe give you some guidance! I struggle with disordered eating on and off, and it’s better to catch those things before they become strong habits.

Brian :)

Date posted: 3y

@SierraMR Thank you!!! Yeah most definently . I really need to get that resolved in order for me to move on with my plans so it doesn’t interfere . For a while now I been wanting to start a better routine in terms with diet and physical exercise . But unfortunately my poor over eating habits have taken a toll on my energy leading to lack of motivation . All this stress/anxiety has rooted from my stress factors alongside ocd being the main one. I just want to not overeat . Couple months ago and last year it wasn’t like this despite ocd being in the picture . I used to be 150 and I’m up to 173 pounds in less than 1 year and I’ve noticed I only tend to overeat with my ocd episodes or aftermath of a spike resulting in foggy days of rumination and drainess . I get so worked up all sudden about food in an instant .

PeachMR

Date posted: 3y

@Brian :) I totally understand! For me, the thing that has helped me to stay on track consistently is having a job where I have to be physically capable. For me it was eating too little, then losing control and just eating EVERYTHING. It hugely impacted my energy, strength, and health. With the job I have now, I couldn’t last if I did that. I’d pass out! :) I think building a life that motivates you to stay healthy is the long term strategy, but for today, maybe just forgive yourself and make an appointment with your doctor :) ❤️

Brian :)

Date posted: 3y

@SierraMR Thank you so much! Indeed having a simple based routine can help manage that . Tomorrow just so happens to be my first day at my new job . Yea thank you! I have been home bound for the past month now due to losing my job. Event since , I’ve had at least 2 major relapses with ocd where it only leads to my days ruminating. What I feel keeps me engaged are my good thoughts . My goals . That is what motivates me , however let alone this possible ED doesn’t make it any easy for me to fulfill one of those goals which is losing weight. Losing weight has always been a standard goal for me prior to the eating disorder era.

PeachMR

Date posted: 3y

@Brian :) Just keep your health in mind when accomplishing weight loss! :) it’s easy to get carried away. That’s very exciting, good luck at your new job buddy!!! :D

Brian :)

Date posted: 3y

@SierraMR Thank you! Quite nervous but also excited . Wishing you the best !

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