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The meta-analysis examined other levels of drinking in pregnancy, not just binging. Out of more than 1,500 papers that were examined, 34 studies met the criteria for inclusion, and just 8 were included in the binge drinking analysis.

ISLAMABAD -- A fairly rare eating disorder whose signature is excessive eating though not necessarily binging at night needs further study since it may signal other mental health issues, researchers say.

However, one study found that binge eaters who abstained from binging earlier in the program had significantly greater weight loss than those who continued binge eating [13] and several other studies have found that individuals who engage in binge eating regain weight more rapidly after treatment compared to nonbingers [9-11].

It also reduces the incidence of binging and purging required to be diagnosed with bulimia from twice a week to once a week for at least three months.

"It's superior to medications and behavioral weight loss in producing remission in binging and improving psychological profile.