How can palliative care help if someone is not eating well?

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Reduced appetite is common in serious illness, and it can be upsetting for families who want their loved one to keep eating as normal. Palliative care takes a comfort-led approach. Instead of pressuring someone, support often focuses on offering small amounts, favourite foods, easy-to-manage snacks, and drinks little and often. We can help by providing meal preparation support that suits the person’s appetite, energy levels, and preferences. That might mean soft foods, simple soups, lighter portions, or just making sure something appealing is available when they feel able to eat. Gentle support around food can reduce stress and make mealtimes feel less like a struggle.

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