Question 1

how can i stop overeating?

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I encourage you to: Investigate a 12 step program called over eater's anonymous. It can be effective. Evaluation by your physician would also be appropriate.

Question 2

how do i control overeating?

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Overeating....: Have to be determined the possible(s) causes. Depression, compulsive behavior, hormones abnormalities, anxiety disorder, abnormal thyroid, psychological causes and others .Depending of your age, you can see a pcp, fp, ped, good medical history, physical exam help+ some lab test.... One way to control overeating, found the problem and receive good advise.

Question 3

how can i know if i am overeating?

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Too Much Weight Gain: In general, people are overeating if they are gaining exessive amounts of weight. If you are taking in more calories than you need, you will gain weight. There are times in our lives when weight gain is important or necessary, such as during development or when needing to store up extra calories for certain purposes. Again, in general it is good for adults to maintain stable, healthy weights.

Question 4

is it possible to die from overeating?

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Overeating: Over time overeating causes excess weight gain and this can lead to death due to the numerous medical issues that can arise from cardiac, kidney, to diabetes etc....

Question 5

can you tell me how to control overeating?

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Behavioral change: For long-term control, slowly reduce the size of meals with portion control. Replace high calorie foods with lower calorie foods. Do away with sugar soda/drinks and go with light drinks/sugar free/tea/water. Keep track of calorie intake with a logbook or application. Regular exercise allows better use of energy and tends to curb appetite. Don't eat when you aren't hungry; no junk food at home.

Question 6

what are ways to keep myself from overeating?

Accepted Answer

Eat! But eat smart.: It's not just number of calories but also composition of those calories. Carbohydrates tend to get burned up quickest, although you can choose healthier low glycemic carbs w/lots of fiber. Protein is more filling & sticks around longer & delays hunger. Choose lean meats, fish, chicken, even beans. Don't forget healthy fats & oils like fish & vegetable. Both will also help fill you up.

Question 7

what should i do about my sisters overeating?

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Overeating sister: Guide her to get professional help. Be supportive & available for her.

Question 8

what is more dangerous overeating or undereating?

Accepted Answer

IN THE SHORT RUN,: Undereating. In the long run, over eating. Both are bad for you either way.

Question 9

how can i avoid overeating and have better control?

Accepted Answer

Insulin resistance: Today our diets are loaded with artificial sweeteners.  This is what is in diet products and sugar free products.  Science is now showing that theses artificial sweeteners are 10 times more problematic in spiking Insulin levels and making one hungry.  We need to consume low glycemic, natural products such as green vegetables, apples, pears , berries, natural chicken, fish and purified water.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: overeating?

Accepted Answer

Overeating: Overeating =  eating too  much, too quickly.

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