Depression can really affect your eating habits; while youre depressed there is no in-between when it comes to food, you either do it all or none at all, there is no moderation. It may be seen as a joke to some, but quite a few do turn to food in their worst moments, food high in carbs and sugar can release serotonin, a chemical that can raise your overall mood, so its no wonder some crave food when theyre feeling low. Others appetites can simply disappear, any feelings of hunger buried under those of feelings of anxiousness and hopelessness, while some feel so exhausted they dont try to put together a decent meal, or skip one every so often. Sometimes just eating one piece of a fruit or a chocolate bar can seem like an appropriate meal. Poor eating habits have been proven to make depression worse, its very easy to drastically gain or lose a lot of weight, so its important to try and maintain a balanced diet and exercise in this time.