May 31, 2019
I'm writing this post to cover what to eat when depressed and not hungry because my friend is going through a hard time.
She's not eating. Have you ever been there before?
I know I have. Heck, I still struggle with bouts of depression.
But here's the basic answer - eat fruit.
Don't like fruit? Too sugary?
Eat something that you do like. Anything. As long as it tastes good.
This food should be something you like the flavor of.
Why flavorful? Because you need to eat.
You won't eat a big meal. Heck, you won't even eat. But something tasty in your mouth, you can do that.
Something small and tasty is a little step you can take towards feeling better.
By eating, you'll feel better too. A lil. And that's the key. A lil.
Lifehacker has a great article on this as well titled 'How To Feed Yourself When You're Depressed' which you can view here: (https://skillet.lifehacker.com/how-to-feed-yourself-when-youre-really-depressed-1823560127).
I also put together another video about this 'How To Not Eat Your Feelings' and a blog post too. The video is here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jxzC9l1IDc)
And the blog post is here addressing the question 'can stress make you not eat?': (https://weightlossenlightenment.com/can-anxiety-make-you-lose-your-appetite-really-sunnyvale-weight-loss-eating-coach-podcast/)
What To Eat When Sad and Not Hungry?
Oftentimes when you're sad you know you SHOULD eat.
But tell me, how many times do you actually FEEL like eating?
Sadness takes away your hunger so quick.
You. Just. Don't. Feel. Like. Eating.
The last thing on your mind is Thanksgiving Dinner, am I right?
However, this is a Depression Food Trap!
This is where you think you either a) Eating Too Much or b) Eating Too Little
Now truth be told, you might be eating too little.
BUT!!!!
There is a third option (which I mentioned above but am providing more context too now)
Something small and tasty that you like to eat.
Of course, you might be thinking, 'but small isn't enough?'
And you're right. Small isn't enough.
But by eating something small and tasty that you like to eat, you can ...
1) get the ball rolling
2) care for yourself
3) kickstart your metabolism and hunger
Exercise: what to eat when depressed and not hungry
Go ahead and try this.
Or, even better, give this advice to a friend.
It's simple, straightforward, and can make a difference.
Then, leave a comment here and let me know how your doing on your journey. I wish you the best.