Binge eating disorder is an eating disorder similar to bulimia, which combines the ingestion of large amounts of food with a feeling of loss of control, often accompanied by emotional disturbances.
The first important point in healing and overcoming this condition is to remember that we were created to worship our Lord, not to eat. Indeed, food and drink are mentioned very little in the Qur'an, while worship represents a third of the Qur'an—food and drink are merely a means to worship our Lord. In addition, setting goals will be essential in the event of a loss of control, along with asking one's Lord for healing while simultaneously doing everything possible to improve one's worship.
Furthermore, it will be important to accept that one may feel destabilized, because a person who can no longer control themselves is no longer free. Changing one's beliefs, changing one's way of seeing things, and above all rebuilding the important things in one's faith are key.
In terms of dietary restrictions, fasting can be very beneficial. If the problem lies in emotions, one must learn to welcome these emotions and make the connection between them and food, rather than blaming oneself for having eaten. In addition, it may be that one's surroundings or environment are the cause of this condition, so making a change at that level may also provide a solution. Furthermore, keeping oneself occupied intellectually or otherwise, and not letting oneself go, will be essential in order not to sink and become overwhelmed by one's emotions.
There are also plants that can help, and the best plant for this psychological disorder is St. John's wort. Chamomile, fennel seeds, and hops can also be very beneficial. For constipation, flaxseeds are a good option. The plants should be adapted according to the symptoms associated with binge eating.
