hunger during period

Kgirl7 · 28-Jul-04, 04:14 PM

Why is it that some women (me including) are extreamly hungry during menstrual period? Do we burn more calories during that time? No matter how much I eat I feel as if I didn't eat anything at all (STARTVING). Also my workouts are horrible and I feel shaky.
Any advice?

MrsRiley · 28-Jul-04, 04:57 PM

I know for me the iron levels in my blood drop so I feel weaker than normal. My body appears to be malnurished at the time so I'm guessing the hunger is to get me to take in more nutrients to replace the ones being lost. It helps to eat well all month long so that when that time comes the iron levels are not already in the low range.

hellokitty · 29-Jul-04, 08:31 AM

I actually lose my appetide during my period.. but then again.. I never really feel hungry. I eat 5-6 meals a day and it's great! Keeps me energized!

BEAUCHAMP4 · 29-Jul-04, 09:39 AM

I completely understand the hunger during that time of the month, you definitely are not the only one. Do you take any supplements or medications during your period? Are very,very ill before and during your period?

AnnaD - TX · 29-Jul-04, 11:06 AM

The title of this thread should read, craving chocolate during period. On top of wanting everything in sight, I want chocolate too.

sillyme · 29-Jul-04, 06:32 PM

I used to get totally starve before my period, but since I had ablation done (and no longer lose high volumes of bllod) I no longer get that way.