Has your appetite changed since.....

[chloe40]

You have suffered mental health problems?

Chloe

[kenster1 Moderator]

I`d say mine is that at times I ate too much and others not enough sometimes it boredom more than hunger.

[chloe40 Administrator in reply to kenster1]

Yes, I get that Kenny

kenster1

It's too easy to keep picking, I have to admit, there are times when I'd rather have picky bits instead of a meal especially in the summer

[kenster1 Moderator in reply to chloe40]

I actually eat my dinner later now so I don`t eat just before bed time and that works. Actually lost over 3 stone when Covid came in but well put that back on.

[chloe40 Administrator in reply to kenster1]

You’re right about eating later, it helps. Me, I’m the other way around so the chances of being peckish are much higher.

[Dolphin14 in reply to kenster1]

Kenster

Congratulations on the badge. It fits you. Your dedication to HU does not go unnoticed

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[kenster1 Moderator in reply to Dolphin14]

the secret is out but thanks Kim.

[Dolphin14 in reply to kenster1]

We should have a snack to celebrate

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Need to keep the post on point

[Dolphin14]

Chloe

When my depression first started I couldn't eat. I lost quite a bit of weight.

Then medications were added Sadly many of these cause weight gain. I've never had to watch my calories as close as I've had to since this all started.

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[chloe40 Administrator in reply to Dolphin14]

Hi Dolphin14

Yes, I can imagine that happens, in fact I have a similar effect from other medication but there’s nothing I can do. Sounds like you have a strong will, unlike me

[Dolphin14 in reply to chloe40]

It's very hard. I'm sorry it's a struggle for you too.

I'm not sure on that strong will. I was just filling a jar of candy for an upcoming event. I decided 5 pieces couldn't fit 🙄. Hahaha.... let's see if my pants fit tomorrow

[chloe40 Administrator in reply to Dolphin14]

Let’s 😀

[Nothing_but_books]

Yes. Meds did that. ☹️

[Dolphin14 in reply to Nothing_but_books]

Nightmare, right? I have zero metabolism

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[chloe40 Administrator in reply to Nothing_but_books]

Hi Nothing_but_books

Welcome!

Glad you agree, it’s a big problem I fear.

Chloe

[Nothing_but_books in reply to chloe40]

Hi back atcha!

It sure is for me.

[chloe40 Administrator in reply to Nothing_but_books]

Me too!

[PurpleEllie]

When my mental health problems really began to manifest themselves I ate very little. Then as I started to come out of that episode I ate massive amounts, and have continued to fluctuate between the two extremes as my mental health has gone through its peaks and troughs. I feel I don’t have a normal “relationship” with food and my body does not go through hunger and satiety as it should. After more than 40 years I would have hoped to have it under some kind of control, but I do not.

[chloe40 Administrator]

Hi PurpleEllie

Welcome!

My, that must be difficult to cope with, that's an awful long time to have had appetite issues. Your weight must really fluctuate and yes, I'd have thought that would have settled down but sadly for you, not.

I imagine you have spoken with your Doctor? I imagine you have become used to it, but can you get used to it, it must be so hard for you.

Chloe