A number of interventions may help to increase caloric intake for a person who experiences early satiety.
Evaluation:
(1) Try to identify reasons for early satiety that are modifiable.
(2) Review medications for drugs that may be affecting appetite.
Meals:
(1) Eat frequently, choosing nutrient-dense foods.
(2) Drink liquids that are nutrient-dense.
(3) Add protein and carbohydrates to favorite foods.
(4) Try to eat according to a regular schedule, preferably with others.
(5) Try to increase food intake at those meals when feeling best.
Foods to avoid:
(1) gaseous foods
(2) fatty or greasy foods
Additional actions:
(1) Engage in light exercise.
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Specialty: Nutrition, Gastroenterology
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