Can starving for longer period make you eat more?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have started to notice something about my eating habits. I noticed that I have gained a lot of weight this year. And I have even been eating food that I do not like. I get hungry so many times during the day, even though I already ate. Last year, I would not say I was on a diet. But, I hardly ate much. I was wondering if that is the reason why I am gaining this new eating habit. If you starve yourself for a long period of time, will it trigger you to want to eat more? This is a serious concern of mine, because I have never been such a big eater.

Answered by Sumiya Sulthana

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Ms. Sumiya Sulthana is a qualified Nutritionist and Dietitian with expertise in clinical nutrition, weight management, therapeutic diets, and lifestyle-based nutritional counseling. She specializes in creating personalized diet plans for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and digestive disorders. With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Ms. Sumiya is committed to promoting long-term health, wellness, and balanced living through tailored nutritional guidance.

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If you starve for a long time, your body demands for more carbohydrates to complete its metabolism. If the starvation continues for a long time, the body starts accumulating energy for the period of starvation, hence you feel to eat more. The best way is to provide lots of fluids and fibres so that you feel full and avoid carbohydrates and junk. Decide your meals to 5 to 6 meal pattern, increase protein fibre, you will maintain weight. If gained, start with exercises for good result.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At June 14, 2019
Reviewed At June 14, 2019

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MSC

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Ms. Sumiya Sulthana is a qualified Nutritionist and Dietitian with expertise in clinical nutrition, weight management, therapeutic diets, and lifestyle-based nutritional counseling. She specializes in creating personalized diet plans for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and digestive disorders. With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Ms. Sumiya is committed to promoting long-term health, wellness, and balanced living through tailored nutritional guidance.

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Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

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Ms. Sumiya Sulthana is a qualified Nutritionist and Dietitian with expertise in clinical nutrition, weight management, therapeutic diets, and lifestyle-based nutritional counseling. She specializes in creating personalized diet plans for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and digestive disorders. With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Ms. Sumiya is committed to promoting long-term health, wellness, and balanced living through tailored nutritional guidance.

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