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.
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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 you can put something tasty in your mouth.
Something small and tasty is a little step you can take towards feeling better.
By eating, you’ll feel better, too—a little. And that’s the key—a little.
And the blog post addresses the question, ‘Can stress make you not eat?’
Often, when you’re sad, you know you SHOULD eat.
But tell me, how many times do you FEEL like eating?
Sadness takes away your hunger so quickly.
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 are either a) Overeating or b) Eating Too Little.
Now, you might be eating too little.
BUT!!!!
There is a third option (which I mentioned above but am providing more context to now)
Something small and tasty that you like to eat.
Of course, you might be thinking if you are mindful, ‘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. If you need a food list, read here.
Or, even better, give this advice to a friend. You never know who has an eating disorder.
It’s simple, straightforward, and can make a difference.
Then, leave a comment here and let me know how you’re doing on your journey. I wish you the best.
You can also begin the journey of eating intuitively 🙂