What Are the Hazards of Binge Eating?
Disease description:
Due to work-related factors, I frequently engage in binge eating. My husband says this behavior is unhealthy and harmful to the body—so what are the specific health risks associated with binge eating?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Haiming
Chronic binge eating and overeating can damage the gastric mucosa, leading to gastrointestinal disorders—such as gastritis and enteritis. It may also contribute to obesity and increase the risk of developing fatty liver disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Moreover, after binge eating, blood flow is redirected to the gastrointestinal tract for digestion, potentially causing ischemia in other organs and tissues; this can result in profound fatigue and drowsiness.
