Mon Nov 11 16:47:49 UTC 2024: ## Astronaut Sunita Williams’ Health Raises Concerns After Five Months Stuck in Space

**New York, November 10:** There are growing concerns about the health of Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams (59), who has been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for the past five months.

Williams, who appeared healthy before her journey, is now noticeably thinner and gaunt in recent photos taken on September 24th. She appears to have aged significantly, raising concerns about her well-being.

The astronaut launched to the ISS on June 5th aboard the Starliner spacecraft and was expected to return on June 14th. However, a helium leak in the spacecraft prevented her return. NASA has announced that she will be brought back to Earth in February aboard a SpaceX spacecraft.

While NASA claims Williams is in good health, reports suggest that her condition is deteriorating, and efforts are being made to improve her health.

Reliable sources within NASA reveal that Williams is unable to consume the high-calorie diet mandated for astronauts during prolonged space missions. The extended stay in space has reportedly affected her health, with women astronauts being more susceptible to negative side effects than their male counterparts. These effects include weight loss, muscle deterioration, and bone density loss.

To regain her lost weight and regain her former health, Williams requires a daily intake of 3,500 to 4,000 calories, according to NASA sources.

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