Weight loss

[Cat26538]

Is it normal for someone to lose 40lbs in 2 months?

[claire0410]

I thinks it's pretty normal if you are having issues with anxiety , but when I was in a bad time with my anxiety, I lost about 18 lbs in about 6 weeks. I had no appetite, sometimes even the smell of food would make me feel unwell. I made sure I was eating something every day. I had milkshakes if I couldn't get much else down. I was also taking walks every day which probably added to the weight loss. Eventually, as my anxiety eased up, my appetite came back. There are still occasional days that I just don't feel like eating. If this is bad time for you, it could be possible. If you're worrying about it, maybe talk to your doctor. I went to see mine and it was because of the anxiety.

[carrieblevins1998]

It definitely is if you have bad anxiety problems. I lost over 40 in a month due to anxiety. My appetite went and I was such a hypochondriac, it eventually drove me so crazy I was admitted to a hospital and went back on my meds. Long story short, definitely possible and very normal with anxiety and panic problems.

[Windy101]

With depression, weight can go up and down. I've gained about 20 pounds since last summer. I was too skinny then, and now I'm battling an addiction to Hershey's Kisses. That and sitting around most of the winter, and on come the pounds. Chocolate! Now I need to lose a few pounds.

I would check with your doctor to make sure you're in good physical health, get your vital signs, do some blood work, just to be safe. 40 pounds is a lot.

If you can get them down, those nutrition drinks like Boost and Ensure might help keep you healthy. Best of luck to you and let us know how it goes!