There ARE deeper issues to get at. I also feel at those times. To address the feeling is important. There may be some physiological reasons that are important to know. That may also be a way to lessen your stress and panic during that time.
Most diets overlook the emotional components of eating.
So, they have a very negative effect on most people. Also, in most diets there's so much emphasis on food that it takes away from the underlying causes. I think what we're looking at is a diet mentality that doesn't fit for most people. Dieting is a great distraction and obsession because it causes us to focus on something outside of ourselves, without looking internally. We don't get to know what's pleasurable in life, and we're entitled to BOTH health and pleasure, even with food.