At some of time we all are guilty of Binging, all thanks to the roaring social life. Well binging is overindulgence of food, be it be snacks or confectionaries.

 

This phenomenon is very much common in person undergoing any kind of mental turbulence. Also seen in some youngsters who starve themselves, and relentlessly attack the platter.

Major affects of Binging are:

 

* It disturbs the circadian cycle of the body. Disturbed sleep, anxiety and depression are the most common visible outcomes.

 

* Obviously, putting on extra pounds. As most often we tend to binge on desserts, which are high on calories!

 

* Occasional binging alters the gastric activity, thus inviting problems like heartburns, reflux gastritis

 

* Sugar binging over a period of time predisposes to Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Coronary Arterial diseases and Heart strokes.

 

Most important rule to be followed while tackling Binging is not to multi-task while eating. Though, it is not that easy to free ourselves from the clutches of binging, nevertheless it possible with balanced and well scheduled diet, exercise which sweats you out and tension-free life, these are the key!

-Koya Satyasri