I'm not sure where to start

[lizzybeth]

so i'm new to the thread and am looking forward to taking this step to recovery. I am having issues with my medication right now and it makes me so nauseous I can't eat, and when I finally feel good enough to eat, I binge. I'm in such a hard place, I'm addicted to food, I didn't know it was possible but I am. Are there any tips for me to get going on this?

[Nina Kay]

Lizzybeth,
Welcome to Sober Recovery & the Eating Disorders Forum, particularly. I'm glad that you've found us here. I hope that you'll keep coming back here and reading and posting as often as you possibly can. I think that you'll be interested in the information provided in the Stickys at the top of this page. I too am a food addict and a compulsive overeater and a binger, so I can understand what you are going through. There are alot of others here who will be coming along to share with you, that have gone through what you are.

I also would personally suggest that you find an OA meeting that is nearest you and keep going back for at least 6 meetings before you decide whether it is right for you or not. It is just like coming here only face2face with others who can understand from experience what you are going through. I'll look forward to getting to know you better.

[Biscuits]

Hi Lizzybeth

Its great that you have recognised the fact that you are a food addict, i myself am a real compulsive/bulimic overeater who is also addicted to certain types of food.

I have been granted the gift of recovery one day at a time for nearly ten years now but still remember those awful days of bingeing and purging. I thank HP that i was shown a way to arrest this illness among loving and caring individuals just like me. It was such a wonderful feeling when i found out that i wasn't the only one who suffered with food issues. I did not feel isolated or alone anymore and i was able to gain experience, strength and hope from those already in recovery from this desease.

As suggested by Nina Kay look up Overeaters Anonymous, they have a very informative website about the recovery thats on offer, i am an OA member and had tried every other avenue before i found them. There you will find people who understand where your at and offer support, but i also enjoy coming here to as it is a great source of support and care. So keep popping in and letting us know how you are doing and i can support you this way like others are doing for me.

[Neagrm]

How are you doing, Lizzybeth? I am a compulsive eater of sweets, a problem that has crept up on me in recent years after having normal weight much of my life.

I have another chronic condition that sometimes requires medication that makes me ravenous, which I'm weaning off now. Although my experience is different I surely identify with your frustration and extend my best wishes and support.

I hope you'll talk with your doctor about the medication's effects. Perhaps there is something else that would be an alternative or he/she may have helpful suggestions. Write about things here anytime. Wishing you well,
Nea

[livefree]

Hi, Lizzy.
I'm an anorexic/bulimic/alcoholic.

This is going to sound weird, but have you tried saltines? If you're trying not to throw up and need to eat something, they are a good option. They will help keep you satiated and they are good for settling your stomach... at least that's been my experience. If you eat little snacks throughout the day, it can help you stay away from a binge. Starving yourself is like setting yourself up... eventually you're going to binge. Try different foods to see what won't make you feel sick.

Also, tell your doctor about the nausia, maybe there is an alternative med you can take.

Wishing you the very best!