Addicted to Food By Gabrielle Reece - Posted Thu, May 17, 2007, 3:18 pm PDT

1. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Thu, May 17, 2007, 5:10 pm PDT

I remember my science teacher once told us that. He was like, "Yeah, I'll admit it, I'm addicted to food. And will I stop? No. I gotta eat." It was funny.

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2. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Thu, May 17, 2007, 6:12 pm PDT

Thanks Gabrielle for bringing attention to an ailment that affects more of us than many people realize. It may be more difficult than alcoholism or drug addiction to conquer because complete abstinence is not possible. With the proper support of programs like Overeaters Anonymous it is possible to overcome. I am in the midst of this with my wife and believe me it is not easy, but one day at a time we're doing it. Peace.

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3. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Thu, May 17, 2007, 8:11 pm PDT

WoW!! good to hear I am not alone. No one ever tells the addict the truth about food. It is not like quitting drugs,drinking or marlboros you cannot just put the fork down for the rest of your life. No one tells the drug/alcohlic addict have your drug/drink for breakfast,snack,lunch,snack & dinner. juermelda@yahoo.com

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4. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Thu, May 17, 2007, 9:22 pm PDT

that;s just what i need to know.. thank you

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5. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 4:10 am PDT

nice atticle

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6. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 4:49 am PDT

great article! and sooo true lol

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7. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 6:46 am PDT

Gabby, do you suppose sugar is a depressant? Like Alcohol? I have discovered that if I eat sugar I get unhappy after a bit. Vegetables actually make me happy-not that I fully avoid sugar and eat vegetables but it seems to be that way. I can if I cannot sleep remember some sweets I ate that I thought I needed. Then the next day I am unhappy with myself because I can't do what I need to do-I am like a zombie. So I of course eat some more goodies to soothe my sorrows. :) It is a viscious circle/cycle. A friend that had lost about 200 pounds told me that sugar is addictive. I don't have the answer-perhaps food that really is fresh and has the vitamines we are craving/needing? Put our money where our mouth is? But commitment is the key word like you say and it is not the END but the beginning of who knows what we will be able to do?

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8. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 3:50 pm PDT

12 step programs are definitely the way to go. OA is the only solution that has ever worked for me. I tried and failed at every single diet: weight watchers, Jenny Craig, Atkins, you name it, I tried it. I will always be a food addict/compulsive eater, but I no longer have a problem with food. I have a solution. A solution that is physical, emotional and spiritual.

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9. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 6:28 pm PDT

CUDOS TO GABBY,YOU REALLY UNDERSTAND THIS ADDICTION!!!! LOVE YOU FOR THAT!XXXXOOOO FROM A FOOD ADDICT

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10. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 7:00 pm PDT

you are soo right!! I like to celebrate with food,enjoy my time with food,and eat food when there is nothing better to do!

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11. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 7:53 pm PDT

this was obviously written by a well-meaning, compassionate, clueless skinny person.

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12. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Fri, May 18, 2007, 9:57 pm PDT

This is a very realistic and healthy approach. People should not feel guilty or bad admitting they don't have the will power to avoid the "bad" foods. Emotions, past experiences, genetic make up all play a role in how we deal with stress and comforting our inner pain. Most people need help with big projects and losing weight or making lifestyle changes IS a big project. I know from experience that losing weight or just commiting to a healthy eating plan is very hard. So, the person should definitely not beat themselves up. Also, just because you fail a few times or " fall off the wagon...oh well, try again...and again, and again if necessary. Ther's no time limit, you will do it when you are ready. Once you finally do it I guarantee you'll say "that wasn't that hard, why didn't I do that a long time agao" but as I said, when you are ready you will do it, and do it, you will look better, feel better and most of all you will be healthier. Buona Fortuna...or Good Luck!

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13. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sat, May 19, 2007, 9:44 am PDT

Thanks, Gabby.

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14. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sat, May 19, 2007, 12:40 pm PDT

Thank you for writing this. I lost 25 pounds through Weight Watchers and exercise, and have maintained it nicely by changing my lifestyle and attitude about food. I do not have food addiction issues. But, reading the WW message boards I was saddened by how many women had food addiction issues.

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15. Posted by A Yahoo! Health User on Sat, May 19, 2007, 1:10 pm PDT

my my yes very true very true. the least i can say is thats why many monks can claim to go without food for long periods of time. but might i also add few have a weight problem if they do its often a lack of mass as opposed to "having too much muscle" and such. deal with those emotions and toss out the extra luggage when it comes to those emotes, more weight on your heart can mean more weight onyour shoulders, or hips.

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