Since losing mum I have developed a serious appetite decrease I can’t be bothered and I never fancy food does anyone else have this
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Yes, it is grief. None of us have an appetite. We forget to eat. We aren’t hungry. The sight of a whole meal is nauseating.
Nibble throughout the day on nutritious foods. Make yourself eat proper food so you don’t get sick. Take your vitamins, drink lots of fluids and eat.
You will be okay. I promise.
Much love.
Thank you for responding I lost mum over a year ago I lived with her for my entire life I lost my home and dog as could stay in the house I try and eat but I never get hunger cues
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Eat even if you don’t feel the hunger urge. Make yourself eat. I keep boiled eggs, chicken salad, green salad, chopped fruit and chopped vegetables, in the fridge. I drink a glass of whole milk daily.
You must eat.
Love.
I do I try I promise I talk to many people and it is a struggle I miss my mum so much
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No other loss is as deep as losing a mom. The loss of unconditional love is gone and we will never have that again. No one will ever love us as much as mom.
It is a loss we must learn to live with. We have no choice. You will always miss your mom., but the sharp edges of pain will round off and won’t be so intense.
I lost my mom 12 years ago, my husband 2 months ago, and there is no one I need to talk to more than my mom. But, here I am - alone. It sucks.
Cry. Wash your face and trudge ahead. Day by day, we live our future. It is here everyday.
Love.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Yes, I’m the same and I think it’s fairly normal. I haven’t been able to cook at all, I mostly eat ready-made meals, stuff you only have to put in the oven, and try to take extra vitamins. 
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I understand this. When my appetite goes I try to drink protein shakes and huel, its like a meal in a drink. Even these are difficult to get down sometimes, but easier than food. I hope this helps
I used to love to cook and prepare meals and I can’t seem to want to do it and it is frustrating as I don’t know how to make this situation better
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Hi @Jonathonr25
I’m sorry to hear about your mum and how you’re feeling. This article about the physical symptoms of grief may be helpful to you:
It also directs you to some mindfulness information which you may find of interest.
Grief is hard work so please be kind to yourself 
Take care,
Kate
Sue Ryder Online Community team
Thank you makes you feel so weak in yourself