Why Can Anger Make People Lose Appetite?
Not long ago, Ms. Wang, during a gathering with friends, experienced a minor misunderstanding that prevented her from eating dinner. Instead, she suffered from significantly reduced appetite at night, accompanied by nausea and vomiting symptoms.
Medical experts explained that this condition results from eating under abnormal mental states, which suppresses the central nervous system to varying degrees. Excessive sympathetic nerve excitement leads to reduced secretion of various digestive glands and disordered gastrointestinal motility. The sphincters of the esophagus, cardia, and pylorus contract strongly, resulting in decreased appetite along with digestive symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
The experts noted that in daily life, people often eat while discussing work with friends, but sometimes disputes arise over unpleasant matters; some parents scold their children while sharing dinner; and siblings may argue over trivial family issues during holiday gatherings. These improper dining habits can all lead to abnormal digestive symptoms. To ensure enjoyable meals, avoid discussing unpleasant topics during meals, refrain from loud laughter, and instead talk about light-hearted subjects. If negative emotions have already arisen, try to adjust or stabilize your mood before eating.
The experts warn that if one frequently eats under such mental stress, it may lead to chronic loss of appetite, requiring medical consultation. In most cases, simply adjusting your mood will allow safe eating.