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What to do if you aren’t feeling hungry

When you are ill, your nutrition requirements usually increase.
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When you are ill, your nutrition requirements usually increase. For this reason, a high protein high energy (HPHE) diet is often recommended to prevent weight loss (or help with weight gain if necessary), build strength and aid in a quick recovery.

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  • Foods to focus on when your appetite is low
  • Why you should prioritise meat, dessert and oral nutritional supplements

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