Loss of appetite

A reduced desire to eat due to the lack of hunger and a general disinterest in food.

Possible causes include:

• Infections: The common cold, flu, gastroenteritis, tuberculosis

• Digestive upset: Acid reflux, indigestion, constipation, or food poisoning

• Emotional Factors: Stress, shock, grief, anxiety or depression

• Medications: Side effects from antibiotics, painkillers or chemotherapy

• Chronic illness: Heart/lung/kidney/liver disease, cancer

• Endocrine issues: Hypothyroidism or poorly managed diabetes.

• Neurological conditions: Dementia