What is it called when you're hungry but don't want to eat?
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published in BMC Geriatrics, poor appetite affects between 15% and 30% of community-dwelling older adults, but the phenomenon of feeling hungry without the desire to eat can happen at any age. This confusing sensation is more than just picky eating; it involves a disconnect between your body's physical need for nourishment and your psychological willingness to consume it.