Don't want to lose weight!

[vegan_gardener]

I've been vegan for about 3 months and within those three months I've lost about 10 lbs! And it's not good, because it's not fat, it's muscle mass! I'm on a pysch. med and two vitamins that make me have a decreased apetite. I hardly ever eat, because of that. At lunch I will eat not even a half of a sandwich and feel full! I'm starting to look sickly. Help!!!

[rawgirl]

You really need to eat more. Your body needs nourishment. Besides eating more, make sure you are lifting weights as that will help you keep body weight on.

[synergy]

Wow, bottom line is you need to take in enough calories to maintain your body weight (or even gain a little).
Try to eat nutrient rich/calorie dense foods- nuts, nut butters, avacados, things made with coconut oil, etc.

You are going to have to stretch out your stomach too!
Maybe try to eat 5 or 6 smaller meals throughout the day if too much hurts.

[Libellula]

you might want to talk to your doctor about the side effect of your medication, because it may need to be switched. those effects shouldn't last so long!

[vegan_gardener]

Sorry I haven't responded in a couple of days. I'm finally almost over being sick and I started exercising, well gardening more, so my appetite is back. My mom said that I didn't have an appetite, because I didn't have any metabolism and wasn't getting enough exercise! Thanks for the advice everyone!!!