subject: Indications Of Food Addictions [print this page] With any addiction associated with dependence, it is important to spot the signs early in order to prevent the disease from worsening. A food addict's recovery could take years, so eliminating the problem in the preliminary stages is the primary means of prevention. Here is a list of warning signs that are linked to food addicts:
Constantly thinks about food
Stress and anxiety lead to eating binges
Becomes worrisome about the thought of food or while eating food (which tends to lead to even more consumption)
Eating until they become sick
Eating simply because there is food in front of them
Eating quickly so that they can in turn eat more before becoming full
Eating after becoming full
Feelings of guilt after overeating
Hides food and eat in secrecy so that others don't detect overeating
Binging after dieting
Doesn't like hunger or anything associated with it
Thinks that food is the enemy and can be harmful
Constant trips to the bathroom after meals (telltale sign of bulimia)
Denying any problem when the subject is broached
Many of these signs can be trailed back to drug addicts and alcoholics. It is important to note that food addictions can sometimes be just as serious as these other harmful diseases. On the contrary, it you or a loved one suffer from one or more of these symptoms, it does not necessary guarantee that there is an eating problem. Be sure to contact a physician if you have any questions or concerns.
While some people refuse to take food addictions seriously, it is a severe problem that thousands of us face. A food addicts recovery time may often be longer than expected, but with the support of family and friends, many people can overcome this wretched disease.
