While NASA has reassured the international community that the two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station for five months have enough food, experts warn that their supply of fresh food is gradually running out.
The two NASA astronauts who have been stranded on the International Space Station for five months have been feasting on pizza, roast chicken, and even shrimp cocktails — but have very little fresh produce to supplement their diets, New York Post said.
Doctors at the space agency are closely monitoring the health and diets of Butch Wilmore, 61, and Sunita Williams, 59, following a recent photo that showed Williams looking notably gaunt.
What Are Two Astronauts Eating?
A specialist connected with the beleaguered Starliner mission told The New York Post that the pair are chowing down on a variety of food, including breakfast cereal with powdered milk, pizza, shrimp cocktails, roast chicken, and tuna, as medics ensure they are consuming enough calories.
However, the food, developed at the Space Food Systems Laboratory at the Johnson Space Center in Houston, is limited in terms of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Sunita Williams Weight Loss
Sunita Williams has had a massive weight loss during her 155-day mission at the International Space Station (ISS). Recently released photos on X (formerly Twitter) have sparked global concern, where she can be seen with sunken cheeks, and a skinny appearance. This shows that prolonged space travel has taken a toll on her body. Her condition has become a serious point of NASA’s health monitoring efforts as they work towards her drastic weight loss and try to improve her overall well-being.
Williams began her mission in June, initially weighing around 140 pounds (63 kgs), but living in space for long has led to major weight loss. According to NASA officials, the combination of high-calorie requirements and daily rigorous exercise routines has made it challenging for Williams to maintain her weight. One NASA employee described her as “skin and bones,” and emphasized that stabilising her condition has become a top priority.