Food Restriction, Dieting & Binge Eating

Research Exploring the Complex Relationship Between Food Restriction, Dieting, and Binge Eating

In recent years, the interplay between food restriction, dieting, and binge eating has garnered significant attention in the fields of nutrition and psychology. As individuals strive for weight management and health improvement, the consequences of restrictive eating patterns often lead to unintended binge eating episodes, creating a cycle that can be difficult to break. This collection of research papers delves into various dimensions of this complex relationship, offering insights into the psychological, physiological, and social factors that contribute to binge eating behaviors in the context of food restriction.

Through a comprehensive review of empirical studies, theoretical analyses, and clinical trials, these papers aim to shed light on the mechanisms behind dieting and its potential pitfalls, providing valuable information for healthcare professionals, researchers, and individuals seeking a better understanding of their eating behaviors. Join us as we explore the latest findings and discussions surrounding food restriction dieting and binge eating, paving the way for more effective interventions and healthier eating practices.

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• Carr (2011). Food scarcity, neuroadaptations, and the pathogenic potential of dieting in an unnatural ecology: Binge eating and drug abuse. Physiology & Behavior, 104:162–167.

• Field, A. E., Austin, S. B., Taylor, C. B., Malspeis, S., Rosner, B., Rockett, H. R., Gillman, M. W., & Colditz, G. A. (2003). Relation between dieting and weight change among preadolescents and adolescents. Pediatrics, 112(4), 900–906. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.112.4.900

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• Jansen E., Mulkens S, Edmond E. et al, (2008). From the Garden of Eden to the land of plenty. Restriction of fruits and sweets intake leads to increased fruit and sweets consumption in children. Appetite. 51:570-575.

• Kahathuduwa C et al (2016). Brain regions involved in ingestive behavior and related psychological constructs in people undergoing calorie restriction. Appetite 107:348-361.

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• Masheb R, Kutz A., Marsh A., et al (2019). “Making weight” during military service is related to binge eating and eating pathology for veterans later in life. Eating and Weight Disorders:SABO. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40519-019-00766-w

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• Richmond et al. (2020).Weight-Focused Public Health Interventions—No Benefit, Some Harm. JAMA Pediatrics  Published online 11-16-2020

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