I binge, snack, and overeat despite knowing the consequences. Food feels compulsive, not casual, and willpower iS non-existent. Living morbidly obese has shaped my days. And yes, I am using this post to hopefully snap me out of this self inflicted nightmare…Ask me anything.
Do you have Prader-Willi syndrome?
Holy shit I just looked up the symptoms…tbh it’s not a 1-1 match butt I can relate Still.
Yeah Prader-Willi isn’t at all the same for everyone, maybe it’s worth a shot consulting a geneticist and maybe get on medical trials like gene therapy or something, learn to manage your symptoms better with the help of GLP-1’s etc! It’s a rare genetic disorder so not all doctors think about it
Have you tried GLP-1 medication? Do you work? Are you in a relationship? How old are you? What’s your current weight?
Just wanted to give you some encouragement. I lost 40 pounds on Ozempic and it completely changed my relationship with food for the better.
I do work, I’m not on meds, I’m 30. I have no current partner, my weight is over 300 pounds.
I'm on Phentermine for weight gain after surgery/off-brand ADHD treatment. Unbelievable how much food noise totally disappeared for me when taking it.
I haven't heard of Phentermine but after a lifetime of overeating I took Dexamphetamine for ADHD. The food noise stopped on the first day of taking the medication and I just didn't crave junk food anymore. Unfortunately after about 3 weeks the effects wore off so am currently trying to find stimulants that suit me better.
It can be a dosage thing, you do get accustomed to a dose quite quickly
Give it some time.
I've had similar experiences with drugs in the past. What you're describing sounds very similar so I do relate. For me it was that my internal state was too unbearable to be in and so I needed drugs to feel okay. I couldn't really use my willpower either because it was almost like the need to not be in my present experience originated somewhere deeper than where I was generating my will power from. After therapy and interestingly a few mushroom trips I was actually able to face my trauma and stop running so then I could be with myself and didn't need drugs anymore so there is a path but it does involve being with what feels too painful.
How do you feel in yourself in general? Any trauma?
My mom kicked me out at 14, that’s when the weight gain started up, it’s only been gradually for a while until I stopped playing sports….oh boy
Ah that's hard. Your mum kicking you out would definitely leave a wound I could imagine. It makes sense why your body would be compelled towards something comforting and soothing after that. I reckon rather than being too harsh with yourself you might be better served giving yourself the love your body needs so it doesn't need to reach out to get external comfort.
I don't have the whatever that's tells me I'm satisfied (food). But, I'm finally learning that I don't need as much, just the size of my palm, instead of what's on the plate. I'm being more mindful of my food and what I'm eating. I've lost 35lbs, since June , by just eating a palmful when I'm hungry & lots of water. Oh yes, joined gym a couple of months ago. I've come to realize that after that palmful I'm no longer tasting the food. Have you tried something as simple as this?
Yes, I am trying to succeed. Slow and steady.
Btw, I finally had it confirmed by my Dr., that if we're bigger, we are burning more calories than the stick figure next to me on the treadmill. So, good luck. Keep me informed. Btw, I'm so heavy no one has noticed the weight loss. 😂 My luck.😂😏
Sending love. What would be helpful to hear from this internet stranger?
Just tell me I can change
OP, I don’t know you or what it’s like in your head, but I was 354 lbs and dropped to 225 and I’ve kept it off for over a decade.
For me it was my wife of ten years leaving me, and I don’t know what it will be for you but keep trying.
I know you can do this!! It’s all mindset, you got this. Every little bit counts and it will be hard but that never means it’s impossible
GLP-1s saved me. Best of luck and sending love. X
Me too. Lost over 33% of my body weight on Zepbound without effort. Still on 7.5 max dosage is 15.
It’s not about self control. It’s a disease and this medicine will fix it.
How much weight did you lose?
So far I have lost 40kg/89lbs. I almost never think about food anymore, I didnt realise this was possible - i feel free and feel my confidence sneaking back.
That’s amazing.
Are you in therapy?
Yes
Have you read any books on intuitive eating? Therapy and books helped me.
You are going to get so much advice on here that it will take weeks to wade through it all. Here’s my two cents worth. An intuitive eating therapist is a good place to start. Once you break the emotional roller coaster of emotions involved in an eating disorder then you can begin medical treatment for any physical damage that has been caused. May you be blessed on your journey to healing.
Thank you.
Oh love I don’t think this post will be enough to help but I understand your desperation! Have you thought about therapy and a Glp-1? Need to quiet the constant food noise and the Glp-1 helps many people do that. Therapy to figure out what need your filling or whatever
I second this. I had uncontrollable binge eating and Zepbound has silenced the food noise. I have 100+ pounds still to lose, but as a woman in her 50s who has tried everything, this has been a game changer and has given me hope for the first time in 20+ years that I could get healthy.
Have you seen a difference of how people treat you?
Well, I’ve been on the medication since September 20 and I’m down 20.8 lbs, so physically you can’t see much of a difference yet. But I can feel a big difference. My ankles aren’t swollen at the end of the day anymore and I no longer need a bra extender to hook my bra. So, I’m happier and I do think people respond more positively to happy people, for whatever that is worth. But if you mean do people treat me differently knowing I’m on Zepbound? I’ve only had positive feedback. People know I’m taking it to get my health under control and not for a vanity reason like some celebrities who take it. But you don’t have to disclose that you’re taking it if you don’t want to. I really felt like I was at the end of my rope and might as well eat myself to oblivion before this medication. It has truly given me willpower again. I know it’s not for everyone, but if you’re like me and morbidly obese with concurrent health issues, I urge you to at least talk with your doctor about whether it could help you too. Regardless of what you decide, I wish you well.
I have had a binge eating disorder for 5ish years. I have been in therapy for years and tried and failed every single diet you can imagine. 2 weeks ago I was the heaviest I had ever been. I took my second shot of zepbound yesterday. After a little over 1 week on this medication I’m 12lbs down. To quote my doctor, “it’s a miracle drug”
Nice job!
I really cannot recommend these GLP-1 meds enough. You can get better, friend🩷
I wasn’t quite morbidly obese, just obese, but had similar eating habits and some but not much will power a full takeaway meal + rice + crackers + soup + appetisers with not much issue.
GLP1s saved me. Look into Mounjaro! It’s worth every penny.
How does your body, your digestive system react to such amounts of food? That's what I've always wondered about as I've always had digestive issues and whenever I eat too much, I end up in pain, diarrhoea, blockage etc.
My body “adapted” I guess. No diarrhea or blockages or anything. I get REALLY bloated though, it’s a little uncomfortable
I honestly don't mean this in a pervy way but if I get to ask ANYTHING: How's your sex life?
You aren’t a perv, this comes up in literally any AMA, you were just the first to ask’
Or everyone's a perv
No current partners, but back when I wasn’t a fat fuck it was pretty good.
How heavy are you and what's your height? I appreciate its a very personal question but morbidly obese if you look at a BMI score is often what id consider normal for.some.people. ie 16 stone and 6 foot shows as obese, this leads some people to become body dysmorphic
5’7 357 pounds
Essentially you are the weight Jelly Roll (the singer) is after he lost 200lbs. Although a bigger person youre not too late to turn things around. As mentioned GLP1 can help turn off food noise and even reverse type 2 diabetes, help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation
What do you like doing other then eating?
Scroll Reddit and play games…
….
I’m confirming the stereotypes LMAO
Have you considered one of the Addiction Anonymous fellowships?
Not yet, any suggestions?
https://faacanhelp.org/
I’m a member of Narcotics Anonymous and I don’t think anyone there would be too upset if you went there.
As alot have said i had an unhealthy relationship with food. If it was there id eat it. Id buy takeaways, snacks from supermarkets, ate probably 4 full meals a day plus snacks. I was 17 stone as im quite an active person else id have weighed alot more. I started tirz and literally over night it switched off my "hungry" feeling to not wanting to eat so fair im down 4 stone in about 6 months! Although expensive it is a miracle drug in my eyes! As it switches off the hunger and food noise it makes losing weight easier. It doesnt miraculously burn off fat but it just seems to cancel to desire to eat. I literally eat to maintain some energy, I see food more like fuel now and eat as a necessity instead of really enjoying it and craving delicious types of food. Like I said this happened over night!
Are you able to afford therapy?
Yes
I think this would be able to help you a bit. I don't want to come across as overly prescriptive though.
You need some of that glutide. I take it myself, it’s a real game changer. I have a friend that buys it as a “peptide” on line. She has to buy the solution and mix it, but it’s pretty cheap that way. I don’t remember the company she uses, but it’s an option if the $ is tight.
You gotta do something. The GLP1’s are the answer.
Just sending hugs and good wishes to you 🫂
YOU CAN AND U WILL :)
Self control sucks my friend. One day, maybe tomorrow, you'll wake up with a "I've got it today" attitude... and you'll fuckin have it.
Here's to tomorrow. I keep telling myself I'll start lifting again. Maybe tomorrow lol.
DM me and we will hold each other accountable.
Do you have health care my sister has it and is using a glp1 ozempic It changes how you think about food removes cravings and is said to change taste buds Personally it's a life long change as you eat better you can lose more weight.
You can change, I lost 5 stone over 2 years and completely changed my eating habits and fitness levels. Get a bicycle… the less you eat the less your stomach wants to eat… stomachs physically expand like we train them. You just gotta STOP buying and feeding yourself rubbish..: and you need to do a mix of cardio but more weight training in the gym like gain muscle. You won’t know yourself. People will treat you so differently and you will still think you’re big even when you’re skinny. Regardless, stay kind and just don’t buy rubbish
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You CAN change. I had an eating disorder and then being diagnosed with ADHD and getting on adderall seemed to fix it (I’m now athletic/slim). I still overeat at times and don’t keep sweets in the house but it does feel like a change in my brain.
I read that your mom kicked you out at 14 (how did get away with that?) so I’m assuming you’re also self-medicating depression with food.
Focus on getting healthy: depression? ADHD? Something else? To this day, if I focus on reducing food intake rather than simply being active and healthy then my food obsession restarts and I gain weight.
That’s okay. Start walking and taking subliments that restrict your appetite. Go for accupuncture. Accept that you are like this, know others are too then try new activities for fun. Get out more. Explore the world. Push yourself to experience so Thing new outside the house
What do you eat in a day?
Look up Form health app. A doctor can prescribe you weight loss medication that helps control appetite all from the comfort of home.
Have you looked into the possibility of ADHD? I used to bingeeat because that's how I searched for dopamine. Went from 200 lb to 150
If you can afford this much food what do you do for work?
Good luck to you. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
What have doctors said to you? How old are you?
Are you American or where?
Frontal lobe injury?