How long can a human survive without food or water?

[DenizLikesTennis]

[panamared1]

3 days without water, 3 weeks without food

[DenizLikesTennis]

Very remarkable. Because the human consists about 70% of water

[panamared1]

that is why we must stay hydrated

[panamared1]

i know everything changes, as a cub scout and again in basic training, was taught to remember the threes for survival, air 3 seconds, water 3 days, food 3 weeks

[DenizLikesTennis]

Are you interested in studying medicine?

[panamared1]

not at my age

[DenizLikesTennis]

I know so many that study medicine at 45 or I'd see new doctors that are like 52 or early 40s. But also young ones. It depends on the individual I guess.

[panamared1]

i am 71 and retired, no interest

[panamared1]

correction, air 3 minutes

[panamared1]

and thanks

[DenizLikesTennis]

Enjoy :)

[Astarlessnightsky]

Water 3 days, Food 3 weeks.

[BettyBogas]

for as long as you want me to bb ;)

[DenizLikesTennis]

For a lifetime coochie🤤

[AI Opinion]

How Long Can You Live Without Food?

The body is a miraculous machine that can survive for weeks without food. The average person can last about three weeks without eating before the body starts to break down. The longest recorded starvation case is that of Irish hunger striker Kieran Doherty, who died after 73 days without food.

The body can survive for so long without food because it is constantly breaking down and using stored energy. When you don’t eat, your body starts to break down muscle and fat for energy. This process is called ketosis and it can lead to weakness, fatigue, and lightheadedness.
Your body can only survive for so long without food because eventually, the stored energy runs out. Without food, your body will eventually shut down and you will die.

So how long can you live without food?

It depends on a number of factors, but the average person can last about three weeks without eating before the body starts to break down.

How Starvation Affects the Body

When someone is starving, their body is literally shutting down. All non-essential systems are shutting off in order to preserve energy. This can have some pretty drastic effects on the body, both in the short term and the long term.

• In the short term, when someone is starving, their metabolism slows down. This means that they burn fewer calories, and they store more fat. Their heart rate also drops, and they may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. Their hair may fall out, and they may develop dry, cracked skin. They may also experience cold intolerance and feel constantly cold.
• In the long term, starvation can lead to organ damage. The heart, liver, and kidneys all start to shut down. The person may also experience hair loss, infertility, and stunted growth. They may also develop anemia, and their immune system may be compromised.

Ultimately, starvation is a very serious matter. It can have devastating effects on the body, both in the short term and the long term. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, please seek professional help.

[bolverk]

How many days a person can survive without food or water?

That’s a bit of a ‘how long is a piece of string’ question but on average a person can only survive 2 to 4 days without water, as for no food, they may be able to survive for up to two months but that would be highly dependant on how much fat they are carrying. Also the persons will to survive will also play a part.

[DryGermanGuy]

I have heard it as the 5/5/5 formula: 5 minutes without air, 5 days without water, 5 weeks without food.

[exitseven]

People can go without food for weeks. They can only go without water for a few days.

[Staximus]

I'm fat and pretty sure I can store enough water when properly hydrated to go more than 3 days without water and at least a month without food

[Chthou95]

You can live a lot longer without food than you can without water. Water is a must

[FreyaRed]

Less than a week.

[NathanDavis]

in Texas... three hours, with no water

[_Just_A_girl_]

Few days.. right?