i assume that you are getting help for the stress and depression which is key in getting your appetite back as well. here are some tips for eating a balanced diet for gradual and healthy weight gain: get on a regular eating plan including 3 meals and 2-3 snacks. plan your meals ahead of time and stick to meals meals that you can put together quickly. over time you will build a list of healthy balanced meals you can make for yourself. include 3-5 food groups at each main meal including a whole grain lean protein fruits vegetables dairy and healthy fats. for example in the morning you might have a big bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts with a boiled egg. lunch might be a turkey and avocado sandwich with a green salad and fruit. include 2-3 food groups at snack time which may consist of cheese and whole grain crackers or an apple with peanut butter or half a peanut butter sandwich with raw vegetables and dip or fruit. include smoothies with protein powder fruit and veggies avocado and yogurt/milk. add healthy fats to foods. examples include adding natural peanut or almond butter to toast nuts to cereal or yogurt and avocado to beans. find ways to be active most days. exercising more can increase your appetite and you might want to consider strength training exercise to help you put on muscle. for more on healthy ways to gain weight see this article. good luck!
i have lost a lot of weight due to stress/depression. what can i take to help me gain my weight back? . i am 5'6" tall and i only weigh 104lbs. i would like to look healthy again. i would like to gain a least 25-30 pounds. is there anything i can take to help me gain these pounds please. and of course i will exercise while doing so no problem. i would greatly appreciate any and all replies. thank you and god bless. cynthia . mabank tx