How long can a person go without food?

Answer by  kmain (103)

The length of time a person can survive without food depends on many things, including age, overall health, body fat level, and hydration level. A person receiving adequate water and absolutely no food may be able to survive for 3 months if they have adequate fat supplies to begin with!

Answer by  daubachsgirl23 (244)

Food is not as essential to humans as one would assume. Many people have lived for extended periods of time without food, and most doctors and nutritionists agree that 4 to 6 weeks is a good estimate.