The great loss of weight for no apparent reason can be the symptom of a serious illness. Cachexia is a type of acute malnutrition that leads to sudden weight loss, loss of muscle mass, weakness, tiredness in individuals who are not dieting.
This sudden weight loss is usually caused by some infectious disease, disorders, intoxication or degenerative disease. Often because of its low weight, the individual is described as cachectic.
Individuals who begin to notice a large weight loss for no apparent reason should seek medical help because they may be developing some chronic illness and still do not know.
The second step is to treat this disease and have the follow up of a nutritionist, who will guide which food is most suitable for him.