What do you eat to make sure you get enough?

jenhasit

I have some health issues that prevent me from always holding food down, AND I can't always taste food that's not really salty or sugary. This poses problems because I'd rather not eat than eat cardboard.

But, I continue to try.

I'd love to talk to people who struggle with eating enough calories, or finding enough flavour. Open food diaries really help.

Thanks, and looking forward to chatting!

Jen

halphord

I hear that Mrs. Dash seasonings are great ....have you tried them? I haven't, so I can't tell you from personal experience, but I plan on getting some next time I stop at the grocery store...salt is a big issue with me...as in, I LOVE IT. So, I am hoping the Mrs. Dash will help me decrease my salt usage.

timhueer

same problem here. I am not a doc but i found out that Lays classic patato chips do the job for me. I just eat one of those little 150 calorie bags and my stomach is not to sensitive after that. It also provides your body with tons of electrolythes.

I hope that helps

Tim

helenium

I have some health issues that prevent me from always holding food down, AND I can't always taste food that's not really salty or sugary. This poses problems because I'd rather not eat than eat cardboard.

But, I continue to try.

I'd love to talk to people who struggle with eating enough calories, or finding enough flavour. Open food diaries really help.

Thanks, and looking forward to chatting!

Jen

My diary is open, and as you can see from it, I struggle to make the allotted 1200 calories a day.
To get flavour into my foods, I often use vinegars - including balsamic and white wine vinegar. You don't need much to change the flavour. Also, pickled vegetables...
Send me a friend request if you like!

JillyCornwall

I have a really sweet tooth...so have to eat either artificially sweetened stuff or fruit...salt is not a problem...I use loads of pepper & herbs instead..and home cook most of my food..diary is open. Regarding holding down food...I might be able to help if I knew a bit more about the problem.(.I'm not a Dr) but I have had training in Special Dietary needs both as a cook in a Nursing Home and as a Carer.

velvetkat

My diary is also open and you are welcome to view it! I too have problems getting enough calories and sometimes I eat a string cheese or an ounce of slices almonds. I never have a hard time getting enough veggies as I eat so much salad but I do love it. I could be a vegetarian very easily and have considered it as of late.
I never was a huge salt eater but I notice when something does not have enough salt. I find I use a lot of pepper to get flavor. Also the balsamic vinegar is good to use. As for Ms Dash I do have one variety at home but havent remembered to use it yet. I know when I looked at them there are different combinations of spices. I also use something called NUSALT that is a salt substitute. I like salt on cantalope so I just sprinkle a little on it and to me it tastes just like salt.
Good luck and add me as a friend if you would like!
Kat

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jenhasit

Thanks everyone! I will definitely try some of the suggestions...