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Default Oct 22, 2021 at 07:31 AM
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Lately I have been thinking that I might have an issue with food and alcohol that has lasted for many years and I am not able to change it by myself. At the same time, the issue doesn’t really seem to fit into any diagnostic criteria and I am also able to lead a normal work and family life with it. I don’t want to feel like a fool when telling it to my therapist, I’ve only been there once for mild anxiety and even that felt like I did not really belong there…

I usually eat something light and healthy for breakfast like an oatmeal or cereal. Sometimes when I’m really hungry, I eat a sandwich but I avoid pastries in general, cause of high calorie content. I don’t count calories, I just have a rough understanding of what is considered low calorie and high calorie food and usually go for the low calorie alternatives. I’m a vegetarian and try to go for vegan options if possible, so I eat some meat alternatives at lunch, a lot of Indian food since they are vegan friendly and I love salad bars. Generally the meals that are served in restaurants are too huge for me and I try to avoid food waste, so I eat where I can actually control the portion of my food or go for the 1/2 portion option. I also eat something sweet after lunch, I try to go for something healthy like a cereal bar but sometimes I also eat chocolate or even a peace of cake. I also have my guilty pleasure days when I allow myself to eat chips, popcorn, sweets, anything really, I just don’t want them to happen too often. I try not to eat anything after 3 p.m. but when I feel really hungry I usually eat some salad or fruit, peanuts have proven their worth too.

The thing is, I really often meet with friends and we drink after work and yes sometimes I drink alone. I don’t drink much, usually two glasses of wine or two pints of beer are enough for me, but that’s also because I don’t really eat anything after the 3 p.m…

I have told myself that I need to stop it, that drinking at weekdays should be taboo, but I don’t know how else to vent after work. Then I have told myself that I should eat something when I drink but I’m too terrified of gaining weight. My BMI currently fluctuates between 18-19.
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Default Oct 22, 2021 at 08:29 AM
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Erecura,
Honestly, I don't understand what you think your problem is.
Are you afraid of becoming overweight?
Are you afraid you are drinking too much?
What symptoms are you having that are causing you concern.

Sorry, maybe I'm just being dense this morning and not understanding.

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Default Oct 22, 2021 at 12:44 PM
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I do a lot of similar food things but I count calories and will often restrict. I’m trying to lose weight and It’s been heavily suggested I have an ED. I don’t drink though.

You just seem like based on your post that you are basically dieting regularly and giving yourself a cheat day every now and then to stay on track.

I don’t know anything about drinking.

But talk to a therapist or a doctor about all of this since it can sometimes turn into something bigger.

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