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How long can I go without eating when sick?: Understanding Your Body's Needs

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When your immune system is working overtime to fight off an illness, it's common for your appetite to disappear. For many, this leads to the question: **How long can I go without eating when sick?** The body has built-in energy reserves, but prioritizing proper hydration and listening to your body's signals is far more important than forcing yourself to eat when you have no desire to.