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Eat small frequent meals instead of eating three normal-sized meals. |
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Place small servings of food on your plate so it does not seem to be a huge task to eat a whole meal. |
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Keep a planned meal pattern and to help you to eat by the clock. For example: - every 2 to 4 hours eat a small snack even if you are not hungry. Eat a snack before going to bed.
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Keep snacks handy in your pocket or bag for nibbling. Some ideas for your snack pack can include raisins, steamed pau, Japanese pancake, candy bars and wafers, bite-size sandwiches and buns, bananas, jelly and puddings, biscuits and crackers.
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Nutritional supplements in ready to drink packs are good alternatives in providing you with a quick and convenient balanced diet in liquid form. Supplement drinks like Enercal Plus, Sustacal, Ensure and Resource Plus are rich in nutrients and provide enough calories, protein, vitamins and minerals. |
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Limit drinking 1 hour before meals so that your stomach has room for food. Avoid gassy drinks. Save fluids for between and after meals.
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Eat with your family or friends to that meal times are enjoyable social occasions. |
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Choose foods with attractive colours, texture and flavours. Use different spices and sauces in cooking; add garnishing to make food appealing. Food that looks and smells good is more appetizing. |
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Eat foods you enjoy rather than struggling with food that you find distasteful or unpleasant. It is alright to indulge in your cravings and favourite foods when you desire. |
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Do light exercises for ten minutes before meals to stimulate and increase your appetite. |
