I took a break from drinking for a month, and my appetite decreased dramatically. For the first time I can remember, I felt full from eating reasonable portions, and I no longer turned to snacking for alleviation of boredom or ennui. When I started drinking booze again, I was back to my previous habits. What happened, and why?
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posted by Jon_Evil
on Apr 24, 2012 -
15 answers
I'm taking medication that makes me hungry all the time. Added to this, I work somewhere that often has sweets around and I have not very much willpower at all. How can I deal with the hunger in a way that doesn't lead to a sugar high?
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posted by mippy
on Jan 31, 2012 -
36 answers
I've had a chronically poor appetite for 7 years. I've been blaming myself for being broken, but it turns out I was just a gluten-intolerant Italian-American. Can you help me re-frame my relationship with food?
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posted by colfax
on Aug 4, 2011 -
12 answers
When I go overseas from the US, I almost inevitably lose weight. When I return to the US, my appetite increases a lot and I gain weight. Anyone know why this happens?
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posted by mintchip
on Feb 15, 2011 -
47 answers
Whenever I start pushing myself physically, my appetite goes into overdrive. Is there anyway to prevent or combat this?
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posted by whoaali
on Oct 25, 2010 -
32 answers
I'm never hungry in the morning. I can get down liquids, but the idea of swallowing food makes me queasy until afternoon.
I'm finding a bunch of articles telling me why I should eat breakfast if I want to be healthy and lose weight. I want to be healthy and gain weight. I'm 6'2 and 155lbs, I really want to put on some pounds!
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posted by floam
on Sep 6, 2010 -
27 answers
I've got a chronically poor appetite. I'm seeing a doctor for the underlying causes. Do you have suggestions for foods that taste good when you've got no appetite but know you still need to eat dinner, when you've got an unsettled stomach, and/or when you're hungry but sort of nauseous at the same time?
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posted by colfax
on Jun 24, 2010 -
43 answers
[Dogfilter] Our dog has periodic (sometimes as often as 2x/week) phases when his appetite vanishes and his belly makes gurgling noises, suggesting indigestion. Is this normal? What should we do? Further details and
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posted by DrGail
on Aug 23, 2009 -
7 answers
My father died from lung cancer a couple of years ago. But did he actually starve to death? And if so, why?
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posted by LastOfHisKind
on Apr 5, 2009 -
10 answers
What drugs make those skinny rocks stars dreadfully skinny ? Need help for a script.
You see some people, that abuse drugs maybe, that are really skinny. I've always assumed that the drugs make them forget to eat, or maybe they can't afford food or the drug drives down appetite. What drugs do this? I kinda mean street drugs, but maybe other medications.
I want to add some authentic detail into a play I'm involved with.
Thanks
posted by Xhris
on Nov 16, 2008 -
27 answers
I'm hungry, but nothing sounds good. Actually, most things sound gross and vaguely nausea-inducing. This has been going on for at least a month. What's wrong?
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posted by mccxxiii
on Apr 22, 2008 -
26 answers
My appetite has been spiking over the past few months, and I don't have the parts to be pregnant. Should I be worried?
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posted by Popular Ethics
on Mar 30, 2008 -
4 answers
Why is it that when I barely eat anything during the first half of the day, my appetite remains almost nil through the evening? But when I have a sensible breakfast and small lunch, my appetite ramps up and up through the afternoon?
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posted by chef_boyardee
on May 26, 2007 -
14 answers
I've read somewhere on the internets that listening to jazz or classical music during mealtimes can allay the appetite, but I can't find the study/research paper on the google.
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posted by dropkick
on Nov 22, 2006 -
3 answers
Diets -- what foods have you eaten that worked surprisingly well to curb your appetite and helped you lose weight? Anecdote is fine! Let me explain a few things...
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posted by hodyoaten
on Sep 12, 2006 -
29 answers
I'm wondering if anyone has a clear sense of the biochemical mechanisms that cause anticipatory anxiety to result in nausea, appetite disturbance and dry mouth. I often experience these symptoms when I'm worrying about some future event or possible outcome. I've read that researchers believe serotonin receptors in the stomach have something to do with this reaction, but I'm not sure if the process is well understood. Also, does anyone know of any medications that are effective in reducing anxiety-induced nausea or lack of appetite? I am using cognitive-behavioral therapy to deal with my anxiety, but it would be nice to get some immediate relief while I'm working on my thought processes.
posted by zembla3
on Mar 6, 2006 -
8 answers
I need a
safe, effective appetite suppressant. Before the "for the love of God, no" pile-on commences, please read the
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posted by sourwookie
on Jan 4, 2006 -
43 answers
I’m looking for ways to increase my appetite. I’ve always had a fast metabolism, and now that I run 30+ miles a week, I know I’m not consistently getting the calories I need. Developing an appetite would certainly help me get the necessary intake. In addition to appetite boosters, I’d also be interested in (vegetarian) foods that are particularly calorie / nutrient rich so I can get more out of each meal. Protein shakes help, but I wouldn't mind actually wanting food more often.
posted by yorick
on Feb 18, 2005 -
26 answers
