Exercise restriction isn't such a problem for me as I'm bedridden. I barely move at all.

For me the big problem is that I feel sick all the time and I can barely keep those 1500 kcal down. I don't eat because I like it any more, I eat because I have to.

I try to eat the things that at least appeal to me a little, but I can't cook myself and I'm completely dependent on home care so that's problematic too. Also good microwave meals are expensive...

My problem is reaching my calorie goal everyday. When I wake up in the morning I don't really "feel" like eating, and it feels more like a chore than anything. I find more often than not I'm force feeding myself, and to get the most calories out of what I eat I chose unhealthy foods. What are some things I can do to increase my caloric intake given my relationship with food?

Gaining weight is a rough thing to do! I'm the type of person who enjoys doing cardio daily and it is really tough trying to get all of those extra calories in. I am using a fitbit (which I find to be priceless) as well, so I can sync this account with the fitbit site and it makes the caloric adjustments each day. Not to say it is making it any easier, but at least it beats guesswork.
I have found that if you are into cardio and don't want to stop it, using a heart rate monitor really helps. I was always pushing too hard and learned that my workouts can be less intense and still get my heart into the healthy range - and of course that means getting cardio while burning less calories.
Another thing I have learned is to work out not too long after you have eaten. A friend of mine who really knows about weight loss and gain enlightened me to this. If you work out when you are hungry or it has been a while since you have eaten, your body goes for nutrients/calories in your muscles. Not good, especially when you remember that your heart is a muscle. I'm trying protein bars and shakes as well as upping my carbs as best as I can. Try to find bread that has the highest calories and have a piece with some cheese here and there. It's surprising where you can find a few hundred needed calories without going for full blown junk food. I've done other little things like throw a hard boiled egg in with my lunch for some protein as well as using 2 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil as salad dressing every day. High calories and good fats.
Any suggestions or ideas are welcome. I'm really glad I found this community.
Anyone who wants to friend me, I cordially invite!

I have RA and COPD so exercise is tough but would like to add some muscle weight if possible.My goal is to hit 115 and that's more than I have ever weighed without being pregnant. I am 5'5'' about 98 to 100 lbs and hate scales. I eat all the time and usually late in the day. Not good at eating in the morning. I like my coffee.I do not work. I am a garden type person so I don't always just sit around I do cleaning and everyday things. I just can't seem to gain any weight. Please check out my profile and feel free to add anything you may see that I could do different. I joined today in hopes of finding people like me that may have ideas and tips!