Tag: Health effects of dieting

According to research on semi-starvation, a significant reduction in calorie intake is strongly associated with a decline in muscle strength and an increase in symptoms like muscle soreness and general weakness. This uncomfortable reality confirms that undereating can indeed cause muscle aches, a symptom stemming from various bodily stressors and deficiencies.

According to research from the National Eating Disorders Association, chronic under-eating can cause damage to the heart, which is a muscle that can weaken without adequate fuel. This is one of many serious health consequences that can occur if you eat too little calories for a prolonged period, impacting your metabolism, hormonal balance, and mental well-being.