Symptom 9: Increased Appetite – Hunger Pangs on Overdrive
Increased appetite can be an insidious symptom of Hashitoxicosis. It’s often unnoticed or mistaken for other issues, such as stress or physical exertion. The excessive appetite is actually a result of the overstimulation of metabolism by the excessive thyroid hormones.
In a state of hypermetabolism, your body burns through nutrients faster than normal. This rapid processing of food and nutrients can leave you feeling hungry more often than usual. People with Hashitoxicosis may find themselves eating larger portions or eating more frequently to satiate this unending hunger.
Yet, despite the increase in food intake, individuals might not gain weight. On the contrary, they might continue to lose weight. This can be perplexing and is due to the increased metabolic rate. Even though the body is consuming more food, it’s also burning through those calories faster, preventing weight gain and leading to weight loss.
Moreover, this increase in appetite and consumption can also lead to other symptoms like frequent bowel movements. This is because the body is processing food faster. This can lead to discomfort and can be inconvenient, affecting quality of life. (9)
