Loss of Appetite

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Loss of appetite means you don’t have the same desire to eat as you used to. Signs of decreased appetite include not wanting to eat, unintentional weight loss, and not feeling hungry. The idea of eating food may make you feel nauseous, as if you might vomit after eating. Long-term loss of appetite is also known as anorexia, which can have a medical or psychological cause.
These disorders can affect your appetite and energy level:
• stress
• anorexia
• anxiety
• depression
• sleep disorders
• hormone changes
Treating loss of appetite may include formulating a flexible meal schedule and incorporating favourite foods into meals, getting more exercise , creating a schedule for activity and rest , talk therapy , learning about self-care.