by Carlo Battiata (work experience student with Dr Laura Keyes & Associates) & Dr Laura Keyes A common eating disorder called binge eating disorder ('BED') is characterised by recurrent episodes of consuming large amounts of food quickly and uncontrollably. People experiencing BED may attempt to make up for their binge eating by purging, fasting, or exercising excessively. This is frequently followed by feelings of guilt and shame. BED sadly can have detrimental effects on bo