Which statement BEST represents the relationship between binge eating disorder and being overweight or obese?

A) Most overweight and obese individuals engage in binge eating.
B) Binge eating disorder is not linked to being overweight or obese.
C) Binge eating disorder is not associated with changes in body weight.
D) Roughly half of people with binge eating disorder become overweight or obese.

Binge Eating Disorder

A serious eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often quickly and to the point of discomfort, accompanied by a sense of loss of control.

Overweight

A condition where an individual has more body weight than is considered healthy for their height, often assessed by body mass index (BMI).

Obese

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat, which presents a risk to health.