I was diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder at 18 years old. It began at 14 due to several factors; poverty, bullying, isolation, and lack of familial support contributed to using food as comfort. By 16 it was compulsive, painful and out of control. When I noticed the weight gain, the restriction and binge cycle followed shortly. At the peak of my illness I was eating 800 calories a day IF I had more than one meal, and 5000-6000 calorie binges in 15 minute sittings 2 to 3 times a week. Between 16 and 18 I gained over 100lbs, peaking at 245lbs and a BMI of 42 which qualifies as morbidly obese.
I am now 23 years old. I have been receiving medication and psychological therapies for my mental health issues including B.E for 3 years now. I stopped the weight gain, but failed to lose for 2 long years. My doctor prescribed a special diet to restore my eating to a consistent, correctly portioned 3 meals a day, regain normal hunger signals, and heal my metabolism. We started with strict rules, and released them one by one as I learned to listen and respond to my body.
As of this July I am proud to say that I have responsibly and sustainably lost my first 20lbs. I have a bmi of 37.8, no longer in morbid range. I am starting to see improvements in appearance, my clothes are looser, and I can already feel the relief to back and energy levels. The rate of loss is a whopping 2.5-3lbs per week according to my most recent measurement. If I keep this up, I will overshoot my goal of being 145lbs by an extra 10lbs just in time for christmas 2023. If I keep this up for a whole year, my doctor says my E.D will officially be in full remission.
While only the beginning, I am ecstatic to see measurable results for the first time. I'm finally able to do this for the right reasons. I CAN do this for my health, my happiness, to care for and love my body. I will update after my next milestone! :D . . . METHOD NOTE!!!! A sustainable and healthy strategy for weight loss is unique to you, your body, and your psychology. It would be irresponsible of me to disclose any specifics about my care, diet or exercise routines. I am not an educated professional, I don't know you, and I have no business giving you any advice other than this.
If you are concerned about your weight, or would like to do any body sculpting, building, or professional sport activity, contact your doctor first, and follow up with any recommended specialist care. If you have ever had symptoms or been diagnosed with an eating disorder, do not attempt to do or make any routines alone.
In addition, NEVER follow advice or mimic methods made by any online creator, in person friend, family or acquaintance, without first consulting your doctor. A responsible professional will only share non-specific, educational information online or outside their practice. Avoid anybody who does otherwise.
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