by jacqueline_hyde » Fri Jul 25, 2014 2:42 pm
You don't mention if you are under stress, but from my experience I would not let it get out of hand.
I have had appetite problems since childhood. Grew up in a messed up home. Now, looking back I think my loss of appetite was from the stress. I would not feel hungry at all some days. Other days I would eat then feel nauseous after eating.
In 3rd grade I had to go to the school nurse because my heart was hurting so bad. I hadn't eaten since the day before.
I also think, for me, not eating turned into something I could control in an uncontrolled environment. Kind of like kids who cut their selves.
To the point. I am now 31 and my body is worn down. Some of the damage I have caused is irreversible. I still have appetite problems, but I focus on drinking lots of water. Don't worry about calories. Try easy but nutritious. Eggs, soup, V8 juice, peanut butter, apples, cheese sticks, protein shakes. Eating small portions every couple hours might help if your stomach hurts after eating.