Step 3: Boost your appetite
Now that you know how to add more calories to your diet, here are some tips to make eating
easier.Check the ideas you will try.
- Eat smaller meals more often so you don't get too full.
- Keep snacks on hand that you can get quickly or fix easily.
- Use seasonings such as lemon juice, pepper, garlic, basil, and other
spices to help improve the taste and smell of food.
- Find which time of the day your appetite is best and eat more then. Some
people can eat more in the morning, others find a late night snack works well.
- Stay out of the kitchen and out of reach of cooking odors if you feel
sick to your stomach. Strong smelling foods may take away your desire to eat.
- Try foods that are cold or let your food cool to lukewarm.
- Check with your doctor about drinking a glass of beer or white wine
before meals to relax and help boost your appetite.
- Vary the color of foods served on your plate. Use garnishes to make your
meals more appetizing.
- Make meal time enjoyable. Eat with your family or friends, listen to
relaxing music, or dine out.
- Motivate yourself to eat by remembering how much stronger you will feel.
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