<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> First. let me thank everyone who responded, whether I sent a personal TY or not...in 1 day I received almost 30 replies, with good information and supportive words. I guess this is a hot topic! Here's the summary: Many people reported similar starch-related binge behavior. About half said that they did it when eating wheat before dx, and about half reported it as something new after going GF. Several said that it went away after a few months to 2 years on the diet, as if they had figured out that good breads were available and they didn't have to "eat now while it lasts" MAny people discussed the glycemic index of rice and potatoes, and their tendency to cause marked insulin surges, which leads to transient hypoglycemia and the urge to eat more. This makes a great deal of sense to me, as I routinely manipulate dietary fibre and starches to help limit the insulin demand of some of my diabetic (feline) patients. Related posts recommended the PAleolithic diet or other carb-free-diets, which are a bit far out for me to believe. MAny people recommended more protein in my diet, or eating as protein food when the urge to binge hits, as they don't cause the insulin surge. Also makes sense, and fits with my own observations. Same for veggies. In general, many advised I should reevaluate the protein:carb balance in my diet, and incorporate legumes and similar protein-rich foods more than I do now. One person linked mood swings and carb binges to a lapse in the GF diet 2-3 days earlier, and suggested a diet/mood diary to see if there was a coinnection. Another person, for whom 8i had a great deal of respect, is a recovering bulemic who not only stays GF but continues to stay in recovery from the eating disorder. My sister is a recovering bulemic, and I know how tough her struggle is. Congratulations! Several people referrred me to the Carbohydrate Addicts' Hom,e PAge: www.carbohydrateaddicts.com I investigated, but it seemed to be a bit too extreme for me (I am a firm believer that most things (Gluten excluded) in moderation are not harmful). It also seemed to be focused a great deal on weight loss, which I don NOT need to get involved with. Also found a source for pulse noodles (lentils and mung beans): www.westlink.net/noodles/ no connection to the co, haven't even tried the products, but it sounded interesting. Unfortunately minimum order is 12 boxes of pasta, plus shipping, about $40, which is more than I care to spend on an experiment. If anyone knows a NJ source for these noodles, or has experience with them I'd love to hear from you! So my plan from here is to try to eat more protein and veggies, and more squash/sweet potatoes for filling foods. Also I'll be taking my vitamins more regularly than I have been. When I do weat rice or potatoes, I'll make sur there is plenty of protein in the meal and see if it helps. MAny thanks to everyone who responded. I hope this helps others, as well. HAppy HEalthy eating, everyone!-MArne in NJ