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‘Why can’t you eat when you have a crush?’

On losing her appetite in the presence of romance, by Sharanya Deepak. Illustration by Lisa Carpagnano.

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Jun 22, 2026
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Good morning, and welcome to Vittles! Today Sharanya Deepak writes about the disappearance of her appetite in the presence of romantic partners.

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