When I get really hungry, I get nauseated?

Question

When I get really hungry, I get nauseated. I eat full meals, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I don't have time to snack in between breakfast and lunch.. and then lunch and dinner because my job is very busy.

The other day I got so hungry I got sick, then when I went to get food at Subway, it was like I was out of it.. my head didn't feel right.

I have a super fast metabolism, so I'm thinking that's party of the reason. And I know I'm not pregnant.. but it's the week before my period as well

Answer 1

Your blood sugar may be getting low...this can make you feel weak, trembly and have a headache and nausea, and will even make you pass out if it gets low enough. Try a quick protein snack between meals to prevent this.

Answer 2

When you start to feel nauseated before mealtime, it might be due to low blood sugar.  You should really speak to your Doctor or Medical Professional.  You might just be one of those people who needs to eat a little something between meals like an energy bar, oatmeal cookie, or single-serve applesauce.  I would suggest that you check with a professional.

Answer 3

take a megavitamin daily.  just because you eat alot of food doesnt mean you are even getting any vitamins.

Answer 4

maybe your blood sugars are low

Answer 5

Please, for your health's sake, go see a dr. and ask to have your blood sugar tested. I sounds like you may have Type 2 Diabetes. The longer you go without being diagnosed the worse your body will be. Diabetes can affect your blood vessels, your heart, eyes, kidneys,etc.

Don't wait.

Answer 6

Sounds like you may have hypoglycemia. Symptoms of mild low blood sugar usually develop when blood sugar falls below 70 mg/dL and may include:

Nausea.

Extreme hunger.

Feeling nervous or jittery.

Cold, clammy, wet skin and/or excessive sweating not caused by exercise.

A rapid heartbeat (tachycardia).

Numbness or tingling of the fingertips or lips.

Trembling.

If blood sugar continues to fall, the nervous system will be affected. Symptoms usually develop when the blood sugar falls below 55 mg/dL and may include:

Mood changes, such as irritability, anxiety, restlessness, or anger.

Confusion, difficulty in thinking, or inability to concentrate.

Blurred vision, dizziness, or headache.

Weakness, lack of energy.

Poor coordination.

Difficulty walking or talking, such as staggering or slurred speech.

Fatigue, lethargy, or drowsiness.

And further more, (even worse!):

The symptoms of severe low blood sugar develop when blood sugar falls below 35-40 mg/dL and may include:

Seizures or convulsions.

Loss of consciousness, coma.

Low body temperature (hypothermia).

Prolonged severe hypoglycemia can cause irreversible brain damage and heart problems, especially in people who already have coronary artery disease. If emergency medical treatment is not provided, severe hypoglycemia can be fatal.

Some medicines may mask symptoms of low blood sugar, including beta-blockers, which are often used to treat heart conditions and high blood pressure.

So consider this: Different people may develop symptoms of mild, moderate, or severe hypoglycemia at varying blood sugar levels. Although the blood sugar levels listed above are typical, they may not apply to everyone. If your blood sugar drops suddenly, you may develop symptoms even if your level is in the normal range.

A number of medical conditions can cause symptoms similar to those of hypoglycemia. Your doctor will use blood tests and other measures to make sure another condition isn't causing your symptoms.