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  • Funny you should mention that, because at the moment 4 days is my absolute limit for cooked food that's been in the fridge (fresh produce like peppers and cucumbers are fine usually since vegetables and fruits are the only things I don't worry about eating). But yeah, anything else I get very cautious around if it's been…
  • I agree, for sure only do as much cardio as you need for mental health and work on gaining muscle instead. Your stomach is probably shrunken so eat six smaller meals a day (every 3 hours) instead of 3 large ones. Keep them fairly equal in calories. Also look into nutritional replacement drinks/bars/puddings to make sure…
  • Well I'm also underweight and trying to gain weight but I do have access to a nutritionist so I can tell you the things she suggested. The reason why people tell you to go to a nutritionist when you're underweight is because weight gain isn't as straight forward as eating higher calorie foods. When you're underweight…
  • It really depends on what you eat, I swear. I'm on the opposite end right now, trying to gain weight after an aggressive stomach bug and emetophobia. Right now I'm eating all day long and I struggle to get to 1800 calories. (1500 does sound a bit harsh though by the way). My dietary restrictions used to be hell but once…
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