Binge Eating Disorder: What Is It Called When You Eat Until You Feel Sick?
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder in the United States. When you find yourself eating uncontrollably until you feel sick, this recurring pattern of consumption combined with a feeling of lost control is a hallmark of Binge Eating Disorder (BED), a serious mental health condition. This behavior, often stemming from emotional distress, is distinctly different from occasional overindulgence.
