About Addiction
Food Addiction: A compulsive relationship with food, and how it heals.
What food addiction looks like, where to find support, and the treatment approaches that help people recover.
Food addiction involves a compulsive relationship with food, often focusing on highly palatable foods high in sugar, fat, or salt. Signs include eating more than intended, unsuccessful attempts to cut down, and continued eating despite negative consequences.
Food Addicts Anonymous (FAA) and Overeaters Anonymous (OA) offer supportive communities for those struggling with food addiction. Online forums also provide peer support.
Recovery often involves a combination of nutritional counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and participation in support groups. Some find mindfulness-based approaches or dialectical behavior therapy helpful in managing emotions without turning to food.