Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder in the United States. It's characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large amounts of food in a short period, accompanied by feelings of loss of control and significant distress. BED is a serious condition that can deeply impact physical and mental health.

Our relationship with food is complex and can fluctuate throughout our lives. Sometimes, unhealthy eating patterns may emerge, causing confusion about whether they signify an eating disorder or disordered eating.  Understanding this distinction is crucial for seeking appropriate support.

Orthorexia Nervosa, while not yet a formally recognized diagnosis, is a term used to describe an unhealthy obsession with "healthy" or "pure" eating. Individuals with orthorexia often fixate on food quality and composition to an extreme degree, leading them to significantly restrict their food choices.

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a condition that we at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry are intimately familiar with, especially in treating its comorbidities.