When you are not hungry ... the best way to regain your appetite is to eat

• You may lose your appetite or find that the taste and texture of foods change; this often happens with illness.
• Try different foods until you find those that you like and try to have a mixed diet.
• Eat smaller meals more often. Eat whenever your appetite is good - do not be too rigid about fixed times for meals.
• Try recipes that help to restore appetite.
• Try to drink a lot of water, milk, yoghurt, soups, herbal teas or juices throughout the day. Drink mainly after, and in between meals - do not drink too much before or during meals.
• Add flavour to your food and make it look and taste interesting. You could try squeezing some lemon juice over it or adding spices such as cardamom, fennel, coriander and cinnamon.
• Avoid fizzy drinks, beer and foods such as cabbage, broccoli and beans that create gas in your stomach and can make you feel bloated.
• Try rinsing your mouth out before eating as this can make food taste fresher.
• Take light exercise such as walking outdoors and breathing plenty of fresh air to stimulate an appetite.
• Eat with your family or friends. If you have to stay in bed, ask them to join you at your bedside.