DESCRIPTION

A poor appetite is not a disorder in itself, but usually a symptom of some other problem. Emotional factors such as depression, illness, stress, and trauma may cause a person's appetite to diminish noticeably. Certain controllable factors, such as the use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, can also result in poor appetite. An undetected underlying illness, heavy metal poisoning, and/or nutritional deficiencies may also be involved.

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SYMPTOMS

The symptom of poor appetite included a loss of appetite or a decreased appetite despite basic caloric needs.

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CAUSES

Possible causes of symptom - Poor appetite: The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Poor appetite as a symptom. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your health care provider about your symptoms.

Physical Disorders Affecting Appetite:

• Acute appendicitis.


• Addison's disease.


• Aging. Normal aging may cause a decrease or a loss of appetite.


• Alcoholism.
  
• Ankylosing spondylitis.


• Anthrax.


• Beriberi.


• Cancer.


• Cirrhosis of the liver.


• Constipation.


• Cryptosporiosis.


• Cyclic vomiting syndrome.


• Cyclosporiasis.


• Dientameoba fragilis.


• Dysthymia.


• Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli.


• Fascioliasis.


• Fever - any fever, prolonged or short-term, may cause temporary loss of appetite. (see Fever).


• Flu.


• Duodenal ulcer.


• Gastritis.


• Gastroenteritis.


• Gastrointestinal Anthrax.
  
• Gastroparesis.


• Glomerulonephritis.


• Hand, Foot, & Mouth disease.


• Heart conditions.


• Heart disease.


• Heart failure. Congestive heart failure.


• Hepatitis. Viral hepatitis. Chronic hepatitis C, hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, & X.


• Hepatoma.


• Herpes stomatitis.


• Hiatus hernia.


• HIV/AIDS.


• Hypercalcemia.


• Hyperparathyroidism.


• Hypothyroidism.


• Infections.


• Intercostal neuralgia.


• Jaundice.


• Kidney Cancer.


• Lassa fever.


• Lead poisoning.


• Legionnaires' disease.


• Leukemia.


• Liver abscess.


• Liver cancer.


• Liver conditions.


• Lung cancer.


• Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis.


• Lymphoma.


• Malabsorption.


• Mesenteric Adenitis.


• Mononucleosis.


• Ménétrier's disease.


• Nephrotic syndrome.


• Ovarian cancer.


• Pancreatic cancer.


• Peptic ulcer.


• Pernicious anemia.


• Pinworm.


• Polymyalgia rheumatica.


• Post streptococcal glomerulonephritis.


• Postpartum depression.


• Pregnancy, nausea during: Morning sickness, Hyperemesis gravidarum.


• Psittacosis.


• Rabies.


• Radiation sickness.


• Renal tuberculosis.


• Restrictive cardiomyopathy.


• Rheumatic fever, acute.


• Rheumatoid arthritis.


• Rocky Mountain spotted fever.


• Salmonella food poisoning.


• Silicosis.


• Sprue.


• Stomach cancer.


• Sudden digestive conditions.


• Syphilis.


• Temporal arteritis.


• Tick paralysis.


• Tonsilitis.


• Tooth abscess.


• Transverse myelitis.


• Trichinosis.


• Trigeminal neuralgia.


• Tuberculosis.


• Typhoid fever.


• Ulcerative colitis.


• Upper respiratory infection.


• Vitamin A overdose.


• Whipple's disease.


• Whooping cough.


• Wilms' tumor.


• Zinc deficiency.

Common Emotional or Mental Symptoms Affecting Appetite:
(Causing people to lose interest in eating.)

• Emotional stress (type of Stress) - may lead to either under-eating or over-eating.


• Anxiety.


• Emotional upset.


• Grief or loss.


• Relationship problems.


• Depression.


• Depressive disorders.


• Anxiety disorders.


• Anorexia nervosa.


• Bipolar disorder - a less common cause of poor appetite.

Physical Eating Difficulties:
(Such as pain when eating or swallowing pain; can lead people and especially children to try not to eat.)

• Difficulty swallowing.


• Painful swallowing.


• Esophagitis.


• Gallbladder disease.

Certain Medications:
Medications or substances causing Poor appetite: The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible causes of Poor Appetite as a symptom. This list is incomplete and various other drugs or substances may cause your symptoms. Always advise your health care provider of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.

• Amphetamine intoxication.


• Appetite suppressant medications.


• Amphetamines - will suppress appetite.


• Ecstasy Drug Usage.


• Some antibiotics.


• Erythromycin.


• Digitalis.


• Certain cold medications.


• Certain nasal decongestants.


• Phenylpropanolamine (PPA).


• Certain pain relief medications.
• Codeine.


• Morphine.


• Demerol.


• Aspirin.


• Certain anti-arthritis medications.

TREATMENT

The diet and medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed, including height and weight.

Medical history questions documenting loss of appetite in detail may include:

• Quality: Is it severe, or mild?


• How much weight has been lost?


• Time pattern.


• Is loss of appetite a new symptom? If so, did it start after an upsetting event, such as the death of a family member?


• What other symptoms are also present?

Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:

• Barium enema, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy (if colon cancer is suspected).


• Liver function tests.


• Kidney function tests.


• Thyroid function tests.


• Abdominal ultrasound (if a specific abdominal cause is suspected).


• Upper GI series.


• Pregnancy test.


• Urine drug screening.


• HIV test.

In severe malnutrition, supplemental intravenous nutritional support may be ordered. Some patients must be hospitalized for nutritional support.

OTHER TREATMENT OPTIONS

Treatment methods that help improve responses to stressful situations can be helpful. However, no one treatment works best for everyone. Other treatment choices may include:

Psychological treatment: The following psychological treatment options may help relieve symptoms of poor appetite in some people. Psychological treatment methods are usually more effective if they are used along with other treatment methods, such as diet changes, stress reduction and sometimes medication, depending upon the underlying cause of poor appetite.

• Stress Reduction. Research and testing have found not only that breathing exercises can control stress or anxiety symptoms. People who practice stress management have fewer and less severe health issues. Stress management also relieves symptoms or pain or other physical discomforts of an underlying disorder. See STRESS for more information.



• Therapy. Psychotherapy and behavioral therapy may be effective if you have symptoms of emotional issues, pain caused by certain gastrointestinal problems, or suffer from eating disorders. Some people who use these treatment methods may have long-term relief.



• Hypnosis. Hypnosis may be an effective way to treat poor appetite caused by emotional issues that does not respond to other treatment methods. Hypnosis can help some people relax, which may relieve pain. Hypnosis has been especially successful in people younger than age 50.



• Relaxation or meditation. Relaxation training and meditation involves concentrating on a word, image, or phrase for a given length of time to reach a state of deep relaxation. It may be helpful in reducing generalized muscle tension and abdominal pain. Used regularly, these techniques can be helpful in dealing with stressful situations. With practice, you can learn to relax easily in almost any setting.

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HOLISTIC & NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Changes in your eating habits and a loss of appetite may occur as a result of cancer or cancer treatment and/or other health disorders. If this happens to you, try eating small, frequent meals and snacks every one to two hours. Keep high-protein, high-calorie snacks and foods handy to eat when you are hungry. Avoid food smells caused by food preparation.

WHAT TO DO

Eat small meals or snacks every one to two hours at frequent intervals throughout the day rather than two or three large meals. The sight of large amounts of food can cause a person to lose his or her appetite. Frequent small meals may be better tolerated, with a gradual increase in the volume of food.

Avoid drinking liquids before or with meals (unless needed to help swallow or for dry mouth) to keep from feeling full early.

Make eating more enjoyable by setting the table with pretty dishes and flowers and playing your favorite music or watching television, and visiting with friends.

Keep high-calorie, high-protein snacks on hand. Try hard-cooked eggs, luncheon meats, peanut butter, cheese, ice cream, granola bars, nutritional supplements, and puddings, chips, crackers, and pretzels. Between meals, snack on foods such as avocados, banana soy pudding, buttermilk, chicken or tuna, custard, fruit shakes, nuts and nut butters, whole-grain breads and cereals, turkey, and yogurt. In addition to promoting weight gain, these snacks are easy to digest, are high in protein and essential fatty acids, and contain "friendly" bacteria.

To obtain needed protein and calories, drink 3 or more cups a day of skim milk, soy milk, Rice Dream, or almond milk. Use a soy carob drink and yogurt fruit shakes. Eat only whole-grain bread, rolls, macaroni, crackers, and hot and cold cereals. Use cream soups (made with skim or soy milk) as desired. These are usually higher in protein than broth soups.

Take supplemental B vitamins as outlined under "Nutrients" below. The B-Complex vitamins increase appetite.

Ask your health care provider about medications to help relieve constipation, nausea, pain, or other side effects you have. For loss of appetite caused by taking medications, talk to your health care provider about adjusting the dosage or changing drugs. NEVER CHANGE MEDICATIONS WITHOUT FIRST CONSULTING YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER.

WHAT TO EAT FOR A POOR APPETITE (High-Protein Foods)

Milk Products: Eat cheese on toast or with crackers. Add grated cheddar cheese to baked potatoes, vegetables, soups, noodles, meat, and fruit. Use milk for cooking in place of water for cereal and cream soups. Include cream sauces on vegetables and pasta. Add powdered milk to cream soups and mashed potatoes.

Eggs: Keep hard-cooked eggs in the refrigerator. Chop and add to salads, casseroles, soups, and vegetables. Make a quick egg salad. All eggs should be well cooked to avoid the risk of harmful bacteria.

Meats, Poultry, and Fish: Add leftover cooked meats to soups, casseroles, salads, and omelets. Mix diced and flaked meat with sour cream and spices to make dip.

Beans, Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds: Sprinkle seeds on desserts such as fruit, ice cream, pudding, and custard. Also serve on vegetables, salads, and pasta. Spread peanut butter on toast and fruit or blend in a milkshake.

There are many products on the market that can be helpful for people with appetite and weight problems. They are often found in the "sports" sections of health food stores, but they are not only for those who are into sports.

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DIET MODIFICATION SUGGESTIONS

To stimulate a poor appetite, the diet must be individualized according to the person's tolerances and tastes.

Avoid alcohol and tobacco; these irritate the linings of the stomach and colon and are a main contributor to the decrease or loss of appetite. If you smoke, quit. Smoking decreases the appetite. It is one of the main causes of loss of appetite.

When trying to stimulate a poor appetite, consider whether the appearance and aroma of the foods are appealing, and whether the environment is conducive to eating.

Exercise if possible, but avoid strenuous exercise. Walking and/or moderate exercise can increase the appetite. Exercise also helps the body to assimilate nutrients better.

If you experience a significant loss of appetite, see your health care provider to rule out an underlying physical problem.

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HERBS

To stimulate a poor appetite, try using catnip, fennel seed, ginger root (see below), ginseng, gotu kola, papaya leaves, peppermint leaves, and/or saw palmetto berries. Caution: Do not use ginseng if you have high blood pressure.

Ginger helps to stimulate the heart and circulatory system and promotes appetite and digestion. Its spicy components activate the flow of saliva and the production of digestive juices. It is said that the Chinese scholar Confucius had every dish he ate spiced with ginger. The main active ingredients of ginger root are oils containing zingiberene and bisabolene, as well as camphene, linalol, citral, and cineol. It also contains vitamins A and B, minerals, fats, protein, and roughage. Ginger can be grated and sprinkled over selected portions of a meal to enhance appetite. Ginger tea is made by pouring boiling water over 1-2 tablespoons of freshly grated or chopped ginger. Steep for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain. Mix with honey and a splash of lemon juice to relieve gas, bloating, and cramping. It has been suggested that this tea be taken after meals. Ginger is also a well-known remedy for nausea and motion sickness.

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CATNIP

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FENNEL SEED

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HerbalRemedies: Fennel Seed (Foeniculum vulgare) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk

GINGER ROOT

Fresh ginger root is available in most supermarkets in the produce section of the store. Fresh root is always preferable over dried root, if available.

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GINSENG

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GOTU KOLA

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PAPAYA LEAVES

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PEPPERMINT LEAVES

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SAW PALMETTO BERRIES

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NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended in this section are for adults. For a child between the ages of 12 and 17 years, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For a child between 6 and 12 years, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for a child under the age of 6 years, use 1/4 the recommended amount.

NUTRIENTS
Supplement	Suggested Dosage	Comments
Very Important
Bio-Strath From Bioforce	As directed on label.	A yeast and herb formula that aids in gaining back strength and energy.
Coenzyme A Coenzyme A Technologies	As directed on label.	Supports the immune system's detoxification of many dangerous substances. Pantethine (Coenzyme A Precursor), Highly Active Form of Vitamin B-5, NOW Foods, 300 mg, 60 Softgels
Floradix Iron Plus Herbs	As directed on label.	Helps digestion and stimulates appetite.
Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex	As directed on label.	All nutrients are needed in large amounts. Use a high-potency formula. Super Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral, Pure Vital Earth, 32 fl. oz. (98% Bio-Available for Absorption), Damage Control Master Formula, High Potency, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, 60 Packets (30 Day Supply)
Vitamin A	25,000 IU daily.	All nutrients are needed in large amounts. Use a high potency formula. If you are pregnant do not exceed 10,000 IU daily. Vitamin A, 10,000 IU, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Softgels
Natural Carotenoid Complex (with Beta-Carotene)	25,000 IU daily.	Antioxidant benefits. All nutrients are needed. Beta Carotene (Natural Dunaliella Salina), Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 25,000 IU, 100 Softgels, Multi-Carotene Antioxidant, Nature's Way, 60 Softgels
Calcium	1,500 mg daily.	Has a calming effect and works with magnesium. All nutrients are needed. Calcium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 700 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz., Liquid Calcium W/ConcenTrace, Orange Vanilla, Trace Minerals, 1000 mg, 32 fl. oz., Cal-Mag Pre-Chelated Calcium & Magnesium, Vital Earth, 240 Gelcaps
And Magnesium	750 mg daily.	Works with calcium. All nutrients are needed. Magnesium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 350 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz., Just An Ounce Calcium & Magnesium Liquid, Almond Flavor, 16 fl. oz., Calcium & Magnesium Mineral Complex, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 500 mg / 250 mg, 250 Caps
SAM-e (S-Adenosylmethionine)	As directed on label.	Helps reduce stress and depression. Gives a sense of well-being. Caution: Do not use if you have manic-depressive disorder or take prescription antidepressants. SAM-e, Enteric Coated, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 30 Tabs
Vitamin B Complex	100 mg or more daily, before meals.	Increases the appetite. Use a high-stress formula. A sublingual form is recommended. Injections (under a health care provider's supervision) may be necessary. Ultimate B (Vitamin B Complex), Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs, Vitamin B-100 Complex, w/ Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 631 mg, 100 Caps
Vitamin E	200 IU daily.	To correct deficiencies. All nutrients are needed and important for improving appetite. Use d-alpha-tocopherol form, if available. Caution: If you are taking blood-thinning medication, consult your health care provider before taking vitamin E. Vitamin E, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Nature's Way, 400 IU, 100 Softgels, Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Unesterified, 400 IU NOW Foods, 250 Softgels, Vitamin E, DL-Alpha-Tocopherol, Hypoallergenic, Allergy Research Group, Nutricology, 400 IU, 120 Softgels
Zinc	80 mg daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements.	Enhances the sense of taste. Zinc Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 100 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz., Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, Silva Solution, 90 Lozenges, Zinc Lozenges W/ Echinacea & Vitamin C, Nature's Way, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges, Zinc Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 100 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz., Zinc (Chelated), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 Caps
Plus Copper	3 mg daily.	Needed to balance with zinc. Copper Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 50 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
Helpful
Brewer's yeast	Start with 1/2 teaspoon daily and work up to 1 tablespoon daily.	Rich in nutrients, especially the B vitamins. Improves the appetite. Brewer's Yeast, Debittered, NOW Foods, 1 lb., Brewer's Yeast, NOW Foods, 650 mg, 200 Tabs
Spirulina Or Spiru-tein from Nature's Plus	As directed on label. Take between meals.	To supply protein, needed to build and repair tissue. Also acts as an appetite stimulant. Spirulina, 100% Organic, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 120 VCaps, Spirulina Powder, 100% Natural, NOW Foods, 1 lb. Spirulina Natural, Earth Rise, 500 mg, 180 Tabs, Spirulina Natural Green Super Food For Longevity, Earth Rise, 500 mg, 360 Tabs

APPETITE LOSS SUPPLEMENTS

Information for help with decreased appetite and loss of appetite, emotional and physical disorders that can cause someone to reject food.

Natural Mood Stabilizer, 5 HTP Optimum Mood Support, 50 mg, 60 Caps 5 HTP Optimum Mood Support Natural Mood Stabilizer is used to increase serotonin that in turn reduces symptoms such as mood disorders, depression, weight problems and migraine headaches.

Avipattikar Churna Powder, 100% Organic, 8 oz. Bulk Useful in acidity, heartburn, loss of appetite, constipation, and hyperactivity.

Honeybush Tea (Organic Loose Tea), 3.2 oz. HoneyBush Tea is a herbal Tea that is caffeine free and very low in tannic acid. It has a very pleasant sweet tasting honey flavor and also a very healthy drink.

Appetite Stimulant Formula Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz. This herbal appetite stimulant has been designed by a Master Herbalist to stimulate the appetite. It combines herbs well known, and recommended by the German Commission E, for improving the appetite and eliminating symptoms of appetite loss.

Hema Recover (Relieve Symptoms of Radiation / Chemo Injuries), 500 mg, 60 Caps Hema-Recover is a 100% natural herbal formula, based on Chinese decoctions proven effective to relieve symptoms including blood disorders, internal bleeding, inflammation, digestive problems and more.

Alive! Whole Food Energizer Multi-Vitamin & Mineral with Naturally Occurring Iron (No Iron Added), 90 Tabs No other supplement contains more life-giving nutrients than Nature's Way ALIVE! It is better absorbed into your blood stream because its tablets disintegrate up to 5X faster than other leading brands.

Sitopladi Churna, 450 mg, 120 Vcaps Sitopladi Churna was traditionally used in respiratory affections, mild fever, acidity, and coughs.

Zinc Lozenges w/ Echinacea & Vitamin C, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges Nature's Way Zinc lozenge boosts cold season defense with zinc, widely recognized as an important nutritional support during the cold season, and echinacea pupurea, clinically shown to support the immune system, and Vitamin C, a vitally important vitamin for general health maintenance.

Catnip Herb Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz. Catnip herb has also been used to treat anxiety, colds, flu, fever, inflammation, and general aches and pains.

Ginger Root, 550 mg, 180 Caps Ginger root is especially useful for bowel disorders including indigestion, morning sickness, motion sickness and nausea.

Gotu Kola, 435 mg, 180 Caps Gotu Kola (centella asiatica) is used as a brain and nerve strengthening tonic, to increase circulation to the legs, improve memory, mental and physical stamina, balance energy levels, alleviate anxiety and depression, and enhance memory retention which may benefit memory, varicosities, spider veins, and A.D.D. (attention deficit disorder).

Peppermint Leaves, 400 mg, 100 Caps Peppermint leaves calm the stomach, intestinal tract, and the nervous system. It comforts the stomach and nourishes the salivary glands to help with digestion. It has astringent properties and soothes the nervous system.

Pepogest Peppermint Oil, Enteric Coated, 0.2 ml, 60 Softgels Pepogest peppermint oil is a targeted release peppermint oil supplement that provides natural gastrointestinal comfort.

Saw Palmetto Berries, 585 mg, 180 Caps Saw Palmetto is especially helpful to men suffering from prostate gland problems. Saw Palmetto relieves symptoms of BPH, such as urinary frequency and urgency, excessive nighttime urination, or delayed urination.

Cocoa Powder, Certified Organic, 100% Natural From holiday desserts and everyday baking, to a steaming cup of hot cocoa on those cold winter days, NOW® Organic Cocoa Powder offers a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the high amounts of sugar, fat and preservatives common to many commercially available mixes.

Sutherlandia (Sutherlandia frutescens), 300 mg, 60 Tabs Sutherlandia powerfully assists the body to mobilize its own immunological physiological resources to cope with diverse physical, mental and chemical stressors.

NOTIFY YOUR MIDWIFE OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...

Call your midwife if you are pregnant and are having difficulties with morning sickness or hyperemesis gravidarum and you are not gaining sufficient weight during your pregnancy. For other disorders, call your health care provider if involuntary weight loss exceeds 7% of total body weight within a month.

Note: To calculate percent weight lost, divide pounds lost by the previous weight and multiply times 100. For example, a person weighing 125 pounds loses 10 pounds:

10 divided by 125 = 0.08
0.08 times 100 = 8%

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