{"id":45124,"date":"2022-07-18T15:30:20","date_gmt":"2022-07-18T15:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=45124"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Am I Not Hungry After Working Out?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#1_Your_Digestion_Has_Slowed_Down\" >1. Your Digestion Has Slowed Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#2_Youve_Triggered_Your_Vagus_Nerve\" >2. You&#8217;ve Triggered Your Vagus Nerve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#3_Youve_Burned_Off_All_Your_Glycogen\" >3. You&#8217;ve Burned Off All Your Glycogen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#4_Youre_Dehydrated\" >4. You&#8217;re Dehydrated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#5_Your_Hunger_Hormones_Are_Suppressed\" >5. Your Hunger Hormones Are Suppressed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#6_Youre_Stressed_Out\" >6. You&#8217;re Stressed Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#What_Should_You_Do_If_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\" >What Should You Do If You&#8217;re Not Hungry After Working Out?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Importance_Of_Post-Workout_Nutrition\" >Importance Of Post-Workout Nutrition<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Replenish_Your_Energy\" >Replenish Your Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Build_Muscle\" >Build Muscle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Prevent_Soreness\" >Prevent Soreness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Rehydrate\" >Rehydrate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#What_Should_You_Eat_When_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_A_Workout\" >What Should You Eat When You&#8217;re Not Hungry After A Workout?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#High-Calorie_Drinks\" >High-Calorie Drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Bland_Foods\" >Bland Foods<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#What_Should_You_Avoid_Eating_When_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_A_Workout\" >What Should You Avoid Eating When You&#8217;re Not Hungry After A Workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#How_To_Increase_Your_Appetite_After_A_Workout\" >How To Increase Your Appetite After A Workout<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Keep_A_Food_And_Exercise_Diary\" >Keep A Food And Exercise Diary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Consume_More_Calories_Throughout_The_Day\" >Consume More Calories Throughout The Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Use_Supplements\" >Use Supplements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#Speak_To_A_Doctor_Or_Dietitian\" >Speak To A Doctor Or Dietitian<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-hungry-after-working-out\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;d think that after a strenuous workout you&#8217;d be ravenous. But sometimes the opposite happens: You finish your last rep, and all you want to do is curl up in a ball and take a nap, not eat. Or you could have just finished a run, but instead of feeling like you could eat a horse, all you want to do is to drink some water and call it quits.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few possible explanations for why you&#8217;re not hungry after <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/before-bed-workout\/\">working out<\/a>. And there&#8217;s no need to worry if it happens to you occasionally; just make sure you&#8217;re eating enough throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s dive into how exercise affects your appetite, and what you can do about it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Your_Digestion_Has_Slowed_Down\"><\/span><strong>1. Your Digestion Has Slowed Down<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestion requires blood flow. While you&#8217;re working out, blood flow is directed to your muscles, not your digestive system. It makes sense that your digestion would slow down during and after exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8460288\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This slowdown can lead to cramps, nausea, and diarrhea (especially if you&#8217;re doing a lot of endurance training or working out in the heat). Feeling full or bloated is another common side <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/booty-workout\/\">effect<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Youve_Triggered_Your_Vagus_Nerve\"><\/span><strong>2. You&#8217;ve Triggered Your Vagus Nerve<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vagus nerve is responsible for sending signals from your brain to your stomach, telling it when to start digesting food. But this nerve can also be triggered by things like stress, anxiety, and even strenuous exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyt.2018.00044\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the vagus nerve is triggered, it can slow down your digestion, which can lead to the feeling of being full or bloated. It can also cause nausea and vomiting (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0014299913007577\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Youve_Burned_Off_All_Your_Glycogen\"><\/span><strong>3. You&#8217;ve Burned Off All Your Glycogen<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glycogen is a type of sugar that&#8217;s stored in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-body-sculpting-workout\/\">your muscles<\/a> and liver. When you exercise, your body breaks down glycogen for energy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fphys.2011.00112\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been working out a lot or if you&#8217;re doing high-intensity training, you may have burned off all your glycogen stores. This can lead to fatigue, low blood sugar, and the feeling of being full or bloated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bachata-dance-workout\/\">Bachata Dance Workout For Beginners \u2013 Lose Weight, Get Fit, And Have Fun<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43751 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-1024x576.png\" alt=\"not hungry after working out\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Youre_Dehydrated\"><\/span><strong>4. You&#8217;re Dehydrated<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration can cause all sorts of problems, including cramps, headaches, and fatigue. It can also make you feel full or bloated (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12889-018-6252-5\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re dehydrated, your body holds onto the water it does have, which can lead to bloating and the feeling of being full.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Your_Hunger_Hormones_Are_Suppressed\"><\/span><strong>5. Your Hunger Hormones Are Suppressed<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ghrelin is a hormone that signals to your brain that you&#8217;re hungry. It also stimulates appetite, increases food intake, and promotes fat storage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4049314\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Research has shown that long bouts of exercise can either increase or suppress ghrelin levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s40279-021-01518-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peptide YY (PYY) is another hormone that&#8217;s involved in hunger and fullness. PYY is released after eating, and it signals to your brain that you&#8217;re full<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Exercise can increase PYY levels, leading to the feeling of being full (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20690071\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not hungry after working out, it could be because your ghrelin levels are suppressed or your PYY levels are increased. This is usually only a temporary <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/glute-activation-workout\/\">effect<\/a>, and your hunger will return soon enough.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Youre_Stressed_Out\"><\/span><strong>6. You&#8217;re Stressed Out<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise &#8220;stresses&#8221; our body in a good way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physiologically speaking, several changes happen in our body when you&#8217;re under stress, including increased heart rate and blood pressure, increased respiration, and higher body temperatures &#8211; all which can all interfere with your appetite (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42196 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5344.png\" alt=\"not hungry after working out\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5344.png 960w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5344-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5344.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Do_If_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\"><\/span><strong>What Should You Do If You&#8217;re Not Hungry After Working Out?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not hungry after <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bench-workouts\/\">working out<\/a>, there&#8217;s no need to worry. Just make sure you&#8217;re eating enough throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also want to try drinking a glass of water or eating a small snack before your workout. This can help prevent dehydration and the feeling of being full or bloated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you&#8217;re not hungry, there&#8217;s no need to force yourself to eat. Just listen to your body and eat when you&#8217;re hungry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you struggle to even flirt with the idea of giving up your favorite foods or working out till your legs give way \u2013 BetterMe app is here to breathe a fresh perspective into the way you view the weight loss process! Check out the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\">experience the fun side of fitness and dieting<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_Of_Post-Workout_Nutrition\"><\/span><strong>Importance Of Post-Workout Nutrition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proper nutrition is essential to achieving results from your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/travel-workout\/\">workout routine<\/a>. Eating the right foods after a workout can help:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Replenish_Your_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Replenish Your Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-create-a-workout-plan\/\">While you work out<\/a>, your body uses up stored energy in the form of glycogen. Once your glycogen is depleted, your body has to find another source of energy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating carbohydrates after a workout can help replenish your glycogen stores and give you the energy you need to keep working out (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3905295\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_Muscle\"><\/span><strong>Build Muscle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For your muscles to grow, they need a source of protein (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/11\/5\/1136\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Eating protein after a workout gives your muscles the nutrients they need to repair and build themselves up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prevent_Soreness\"><\/span><strong>Prevent Soreness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working out can cause microscopic tears in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fun-cardio\/\">your muscle fibers<\/a>. These tears are necessary for building muscle, but they can also lead to soreness (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fphys.2019.00536\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking a shake with protein and carbohydrates can help you replenish your fluids and give your muscles the nutrients they need for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beach-body-hiit-workouts\/\">recovery<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rehydrate\"><\/span><strong>Rehydrate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your body loses a lot of water when you sweat, and it\u2019s important to replace that lost fluid. Drinking water or a sports drink after a workout can help you stay hydrated and prevent cramping (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/11\/7\/1550\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42144 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5828.png\" alt=\"not hungry after working out\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5828.png 960w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5828-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5828.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/toned-legs-workout\/\">Toned Legs Workout: The Best Leg Exercises For Women<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Eat_When_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_A_Workout\"><\/span><strong>What Should You Eat When You&#8217;re Not Hungry After A Workout?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few ways to manage low appetite caused by heavy exercise:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-Calorie_Drinks\"><\/span><strong>High-Calorie Drinks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your stomach isn&#8217;t feeling great, drinking calories can be easier than eating them. Some post-workout drinks are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sports drinks <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; these usually have a mix of electrolytes, carbohydrates, and sometimes protein to help you rehydrate and replenish your energy stores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Smoothies &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">make a smoothie with milk, yogurt, fruit, and nuts or seeds for a drink that&#8217;s high in calories and nutrients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shakes &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">many commercially available shakes are high in proteins, or you can make your own with milk, protein powder, and healthy fats like nut butter or avocado.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fruit juice &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100% fruit juice is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Just be sure to limit your intake to no more than one cup per day, because it is quite high in sugar.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Whole milk &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whole milk is a good source of calories, protein, and fat. It can also help you rehydrate after a workout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soup &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a bowl of hearty soup can be a satisfying and nourishing meal. Just make sure it&#8217;s not too high in sodium.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bland_Foods\"><\/span><strong>Bland Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re feeling nauseated, it&#8217;s often best to eat bland foods that are easy on your stomach. Some options include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saltine crackers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger ale<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plain rice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applesauce<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toast<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oatmeal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plain chicken<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turkey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Herbal tea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-42109 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png\" alt=\"not hungry after working out\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png 960w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5807.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_You_Avoid_Eating_When_Youre_Not_Hungry_After_A_Workout\"><\/span><strong>What Should You Avoid Eating When You&#8217;re Not Hungry After A Workout?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few things you should avoid eating when you&#8217;re not hungry after a workout:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High-fiber foods &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> high-fiber foods can be hard to digest and may make your stomach feel worse (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/fiber\/art-20043983\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Greasy or fried foods &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> these can be hard to digest and may make you feel nauseated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Spicy foods &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">spicy foods can irritate your stomach and make you feel worse (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3801318\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Caffeine &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">caffeine can dehydrate you and make you feel more tired (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19774754\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alcohol &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alcohol can dehydrate you and interfere with your recovery (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4459073\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Increase_Your_Appetite_After_A_Workout\"><\/span><strong>How To Increase Your Appetite After A Workout<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re struggling to increase your appetite after a workout, here are a few tips that may help:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_A_Food_And_Exercise_Diary\"><\/span><strong>Keep A Food And Exercise Diary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping track of what you eat and when you exercise can help you identify patterns that may be affecting your appetite. For example, you may find that you&#8217;re more likely to be hungry after a workout if you eat a light breakfast or lunch, or if you exercise at a certain time of day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_More_Calories_Throughout_The_Day\"><\/span><strong>Consume More Calories Throughout The Day<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not eating enough calories during the day, you may find it harder to get hungry after a workout. Try increasing your calorie intake by eating more meals or snacks throughout the day. Also, if you&#8217;re eating enough calories and nutrients throughout the day as a whole, it\u2019s not the end of the world if you can\u2019t eat something immediately after your workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_Supplements\"><\/span><strong>Use Supplements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re still struggling to increase your appetite, you may want to try using supplements. Creatine and whey protein are two options that can help you increase your calorie intake and promote muscle growth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3407788\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6651693\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speak_To_A_Doctor_Or_Dietitian\"><\/span><strong>Speak To A Doctor Or Dietitian<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re struggling to increase your appetite, it may be time to speak to a doctor or dietitian. They can help you identify any underlying medical conditions that may be causing your low appetite and develop a plan to help you increase your calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-workout nutrition is an important part of any exercise routine. Eating the right foods after a workout can help you replenish your energy, build muscle, and prevent soreness.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Why_Am_I_Not_Hungry_After_Working_Out\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You&#8217;d think that after a strenuous workout you&#8217;d be ravenous. But sometimes the opposite happens: You finish your last rep, and all you want to do is curl up in a ball and take a nap, not eat. Or you could have just finished a run, but instead of feeling like you could eat a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":45125,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,6],"tags":[],"coauthors":[123,87],"class_list":["post-45124","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition","category-workouts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Why Am I Not Hungry After Working Out? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"\u2605 WHY AM I NOT HUNGRY AFTER WORKIND OUT? \u27a4 Here&#039;s the truth about your appetite and what you should be eating to refuel your body. 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But sometimes the opposite happens: You finish your last rep, and all you want to do is curl up in a ball and take a nap, not eat. Or you could have just finished a run, but instead of feeling like you could eat a horse, all you want to do is to drink some water and call it quits.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">There are a few possible explanations for why you're not hungry after <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/before-bed-workout\/\\\">working out<\/a>. And there's no need to worry if it happens to you occasionally; just make sure you're eating enough throughout the day.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Let's dive into how exercise affects your appetite, and what you can do about it.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2><strong>1. Your Digestion Has Slowed Down<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Digestion requires blood flow. While you're working out, blood flow is directed to your muscles, not your digestive system. It makes sense that your digestion would slow down during and after exercise (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8460288\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This slowdown can lead to cramps, nausea, and diarrhea (especially if you're doing a lot of endurance training or working out in the heat). Feeling full or bloated is another common side <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/booty-workout\/\\\">effect<\/a>.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2><strong>2. You've Triggered Your Vagus Nerve<\/strong><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The vagus nerve is responsible for sending signals from your brain to your stomach, telling it when to start digesting food. 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But sometimes the opposite happens: You finish your last rep, and all you want to do is curl up in a ball and take a nap, not eat. Or you could have just finished a run, but instead of feeling like you could eat a horse, all you want to do is to drink some water and call it quits.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few possible explanations for why you're not hungry after <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/before-bed-workout\/\">working out<\/a>. And there's no need to worry if it happens to you occasionally; just make sure you're eating enough throughout the day.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let's dive into how exercise affects your appetite, and what you can do about it.<\/span>\r\n<h2><strong>1. Your Digestion Has Slowed Down<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digestion requires blood flow. While you're working out, blood flow is directed to your muscles, not your digestive system. It makes sense that your digestion would slow down during and after exercise (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8460288\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This slowdown can lead to cramps, nausea, and diarrhea (especially if you're doing a lot of endurance training or working out in the heat). Feeling full or bloated is another common side <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/booty-workout\/\">effect<\/a>.<\/span>\r\n<h2><strong>2. You've Triggered Your Vagus Nerve<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The vagus nerve is responsible for sending signals from your brain to your stomach, telling it when to start digesting food. 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