7 Harmful Side Effects Of Walking On An Empty Stomach


Khushi Bhattar
23-03-2025, 12:30 IST
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    You might think that walking on an empty stomach will lead to weight loss, but it can cause various harmful side effects. Hence, understand these seven risks before heading out for a walk. Tap to check!

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Dizziness

    If you're not used to walking or exercising without food, you may feel lightheadedness or dizziness after walking on an empty stomach.

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Nausea

    During or after walking, you may feel nauseous. This is because your body doesn't have enough fuel or energy to perform effectively.

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Fatigue

    You may also feel fatigue or low stamina. This is another sign that your body needs food to sustain a workout in a day.

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Muscle Loss

    For energy, your body starts using protein from muscles after a low level of carbohydrates. This potentially leads to muscle loss.

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Stomach Upset

    Walking on an empty stomach can also lead to digestive issues, including stomach upset. This, in turn, leads to many other problems like gas.

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Headache

    Dehydration and decreased blood sugar levels by walking on an empty stomach can strike your head, leading to a bad headache.

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Low Blood Sugar

    If you feel symptoms like fatigue, hunger, and irritability, this is because your blood sugar level has dropped due to walking on an empty stomach.

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Information Credits

    This information is sourced from a trusted website, WebMD. Avoid walking on an empty stomach to avoid all these problems.

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