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No motivation to eat

Scout21
Scout21

I do not enjoy eating food. 


For many years I ate poultry like chicken, beef, turkey, eggs, fish...yes I had a good diet and I was lucky for that. 


But over the years I can't stand eating any of the above. Eating a full meal sounds gross and I don't enjoy or appreciate a cooked meal anymore. Eating feels like a chore. 


I'm 4'11" and now weigh 82lbs and never gain back the weight. My ferritin levels drop constantly and struggle to find other ways to gain my protein due to my lack of trying. Even though I was tested for a possible eating disorder I am safe, for now...


My Dr suggests eating small throughout the day. Eating snacks when you're working and avoid large portions. I've been doing that for the last two months and I find this more comfortable than overeating which was a problem for me because it happens before I can put my fork down and say I can't stomach the rest. I could eat a granola bar and I'd be fine for the rest of the day. Sad. 


It's hard to get back to a normal routine when you've become comfortable with a habit that is probably doing more harm than good. 


Does anyone else struggle with food?

billwfriend
billwfriend
Im over eater and big man at 265lbs 6’1”
fretmenot
fretmenot
Sorry to hear you're struggling with your appetite. Have to say I have been there, but I currently have the opposite problem and am trying to lose weight. Have you seen a dietician? They might be able to give you better advice on your diet and suggest ways/foods to help you. My mother struggles with weight and eats small meals, but her and dad also take protein shakes (Sustagen) to help with maintaining weight and getting all the nutrients they need. I find that meds have changed my appetite - it has increase, however, I find that food tastes very bland and I have to add more flavor to most things.
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