What are the signs of not eating enough?

What are the signs of not eating enough?


Typical signs that you're not eating enough can include feeling tired, getting ill more often, hair loss, or skin problems.

While obesity and related conditions are on the rise, the dangers of undereating are relatively overlooked. Undereating can have a range of adverse effects on a person's health and wellbeing.
In this article, we look at the risks and reasons for undereating. We also highlight nine signs and symptoms to look out for that may indicate a person is undereating.

Risks of undereating

signs you're not eating enough

A person is at risk of becoming underweight if they do not eat enough.
The primary risk of undereating is becoming underweight. This is typically determined using body mass index (BMI).
BMI uses a person's height and weight to give an approximate indication of whether a person is within a healthy weight range or not. Typically, a BMI of under 18.5 is considered underweight.
You can determine your BMI using one of our BMI calculators or charts.
  • osteoporosis and bone fractures
  • infertility
  • developmental problems
  • a weakened immune system
  • malnutrition
  • increased risk of surgical complications
  • anemia
  • chronic fatigue

  • Nine signs and symptoms of undereating

  • 1. Fatigue

  • 2. Getting ill more often

  • 3. Hair loss

  • 4. Reproductive difficulties

  • 5. Constantly feeling cold

  • 6. Impaired growth in young people

  • 7. Skin problems

  • 8. Depression

  • 9. Constipation


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