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Still losing weight

jtraveler11
jtraveler11

My anxiety level has been very high, over the last 7 weeks. My appetite is pretty non existent, and I continue to lose weight. I think I have anxiety about the weight loss. Is anyone else losing lots of weight? 

Thor2008
Thor2008
Not right now but when I was very suicidal, anxious, and depressed I drop about 75 lbs in 4 weeks. I am just now getting back to a normal weight.
Community LeaderMid
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Write in a private journal every day.

This will help you move through the feelings that are creating the anxiety "anxiety".

Best wishes.
jtraveler11
jtraveler11
I started back journaling, and it has been therapeutic.
seabreezy3
seabreezy3
I can totally relate to losing my appetite from high anxiety levels. Maybe try having protein/meal replacement shakes throughout the day if you can't eat so you won't lose too much. Hang in there.
MaryContrary
MaryContrary
I have lost anywhere from 32 to 35 pounds. It has taken a while but I have no appetite most days. It is stress related.
jtraveler11
jtraveler11
I have been relying on Ensure meal replacements. They are my saving grace.
arfie
arfie
Involuntary weight loss is a huge anxiety symptom for me. Yes, I wish other people could have my problem, too, but it remains a serious problem, however many people envy ^it^.

When I my stomach is at its worst, I go for baby food. It is solid nutrition in an easy to digest and use format with far more variety than the adult nutritional supplements.
jtraveler11
jtraveler11
Arfie, I never thought about baby food. You might be on to something.
arfie
arfie
Allot of it is quite nummy, too. I find the cereals can be calming for both mind and gut. A piece of fresh fruit and/or cheese on the side will hush my most naggy nutritionists.
jtraveler11
jtraveler11
Thank you so much, Arfie!
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