Focus on the food. If your friend is struggling, ask them if they are eating and/or remind them to eat. Tragedy, trauma, and illness can wreak havoc on eating habits, and your friend genuinely may not realize they haven’t eaten all day. If they are having trouble nourishing themselves, you can offer to bring them dinner (or just a smoothie); have takeout delivered; drop off some groceries (or arrange delivery); and/or organize a meal train.
