What are the symptoms of starvation ketosis?

Hunger ketosis is a metabolic disorder caused by prolonged fasting or insufficient energy intake. Its main symptoms include:

1. Weakness and fatigue: Due to prolonged fasting, the body lacks energy supply, leading to impaired central nervous system function, manifesting as significant weakness and fatigue.

2. Loss of appetite: Insufficient insulin secretion in the body leads to increased fat breakdown, producing large amounts of ketones, which suppress the appetite center and cause a feeling of fullness and reluctance to eat.

3. Nausea and vomiting: Elevated blood ketone levels may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting.

4. Thirst and frequent urination: The production of ketones is accompanied by loss of body water and electrolytes, leading to increased thirst and more frequent urination.

5. Fruity breath odor: The breath may emit a smell similar to rotten apples, which is a characteristic odor of ketone metabolic products.

6. Dehydration: Increased urine output and vomiting can lead to dehydration, manifested as dry skin and dry mouth.