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Hunger Effect in Minecraft
Hunger status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.
| Type | Status effect |
|---|
Data checked Nov 6, 2026
Hunger is a harmful status effect in Minecraft. Drains your food bar faster. You can get it from potions, food, beacons, mobs or commands. This page shows the effect, how to apply it with a command on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition and common questions.
Hunger at a glance
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Harmful |
| Effect | Drains your food bar faster |
| ID | hunger |
Hunger command
Java Edition
/effect give @s hunger 60 1Bedrock Edition
/effect @s hunger 60 1The first number is the duration in seconds and the second is the amplifier, where 0 is level I and 1 is level II. Add true at the end to hide the particles. Build any combination with the effect command generator and clear it with /effect clear @s. The /effect wiki page has the full syntax.
How to get Hunger without commands
Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.
Hunger FAQ
What does Hunger do in Minecraft?
Drains your food bar faster.
What is the Hunger effect command?
On Java use /effect give @s hunger 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s hunger 60 1.
How do I remove Hunger?
Run /effect clear @s hunger on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.