Food Noise Series: 5 Common Signs of Disordered Eating
Are You Dealing with Disordered Eating?
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Do you often find your mind consumed by thoughts about food, even when you’re not hungry? Constant meal planning, unexpected urges to snack, and that overwhelming sense of guilt after eating might be more than just a busy schedule. They can be signs of food noise. This persistent inner chatter often signals deeper issues like disordered eating and emotional distress.
Look out for these 5 common signs that your food noise is developing into disordered eating:
>>> Constant Meal Planning
When you’re already dreaming about dinner as soon as you finish lunch, your mind might be stuck in an endless loop of food thoughts.
>>> Guilt, Shame, and Regret After Eating
If every meal is followed by feelings of shame or anxiety (even when you enjoy your food), this negative self-talk is a key indicator of disordered eating.
>>> Overeating and Bingeing
Sometimes the constant chatter pushes you toward overeating. Those moments when you find yourself eating more than you intended can be a coping mechanism for deeper stress.
>>> Obsessive Cravings
You might experience a relentless urge to have certain foods, even if you’re not physically hungry. This fixation can lead to unhealthy cycles of craving and consumption.
>>> Secret or Sneaky Eating Habits
Feeling the need to hide your food choices from others or eating in secret can be a sign that your relationship with food is more complicated than it seems.
Recognizing these signs is the first step toward change. At New Approach Nutrition, we offer trauma-informed nutrition therapy designed to help you break free from the cycle of food noise. Book an appointment with me, Emahlea Wilcher, MPH, RD, LD, or one of our caring providers. Together, we can work toward a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food.
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Read more of the Food Noise Series by New Approach Nutrition
Part 1 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5
