Understanding Nutrition and the Real Reasons Behind It
Many people notice a weight drop every time they stay in a hospital even if it’s just for a few days. But this weight drop doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong. In fact, it often reflects how your body is healing and adjusting through hospital nutrition and recovery care designed to help you recover faster.
- Your Body Burns More Energy to Recover When you’re ill, your body works harder to repair damaged tissues and fight inflammation. This natural healing process increases energy expenditure — even while you’re resting. Your body burns more calories to rebuild cells and strengthen the immune system, which can cause a weight drop without you realizing it.
2. Less Sodium and Fat = Less Water Retention
Hospital meals are intentionally low in sodium and fat to support better health.
When your body takes in less salt, it releases excess water resulting in a noticeable weight drop.
While this isn’t a loss of fat, it’s a sign that your body is returning to balance and reducing unnecessary water retention.
