Reasons you're gaining weight that are surprising

If you began eating more calories than usual or reduced your activity, you wouldn't be shocked if the numbers on the scale began to increase. But what if you do all you always do and your weight continues to rise? It's time to dig a bit further to see what else is going on.

If you began eating more calories than usual or reduced your activity, you wouldn't be shocked if the numbers on the scale began to increase. But what if you do all you always do and your weight continues to rise? It's time to dig a bit further to see what else is going on.

Significant factors underneath the excessive increased weight:

  • Lack of Sleep

Sleep deprivation and weight gain endure two difficulties at work. To begin with, if you stay up late, you're more likely to overeat late at night, which means you'll consume more calories. The other reason has to do with what happens to your body when you don't get enough sleep. Hormone changes undoubtedly enhance hunger and appetite while also making you feel less full.

  • Drugs That May Cause Weight Gain

A number of additional prescription medications have been connected to weight gain. Antipsychotic pharmaceuticals (used to treat diseases including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder), as well as migraine, seizure, high blood pressure, and diabetic medications, are on the list. Consult your doctor to locate a drug that will relieve your symptoms while also reducing adverse effects.

  • Stress

Our bodies move into panic mode when life's demands become too overwhelming. The "stress hormone," cortisol, is released, causing an increase in hunger. In addition, we may seek high-calorie comfort foods when we are stressed. This combination creates an ideal environment for weight growth.

  • Steroids

Prednisone and other anti-inflammatory steroid drugs are known for inducing weight gain. The major causes are fluid retention and an increase in hunger. While using steroids, some people may notice a transient shift in where their body stores fat, such as on the face, belly, or back of the neck.

  • Hypothyroidism

If your thyroid (the butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck) isn't producing enough thyroid hormone, you'll likely be fatigued, weak, and cold, as well as gaining weight. When you don't have enough thyroid hormone, your metabolism slows, increasing your chances of gaining weight.

  • Quitting Smoking

One of the most beneficial things you can do for your health is to stop smoking. When you stop smoking, you may gain some weight, but it may be less than you imagine. People who quit smoking gain fewer than 10 kg on average. After a few weeks, you should cease feeling hungry, making it simpler to reduce whatever weight you've gained.

 

Tips for Dealing with Excessive Weight gain :

 

  • Consult your doctor about other medications you may be able to use. In many cases, your doctor may be able to transfer you to a different medicine that does not have similar side effects.
  • Check whether the weight increase is due to a drop in metabolism caused by a medical condition or medication. If that's the case, schedule time to engage in metabolism-boosting activities. Get to work!
  • It's important to remember that weight increase due to water retention is not permanent weight or fat. The puffiness caused by fluid retention may go away once you've finished taking the medicine or your condition is under control. In the meanwhile, eat a low-sodium diet.

The best weight loss elements to include on your plate.

To lose weight in a healthy way, make sure your diet plan is balanced, and ensure it includes all food categories and all of the nutrients you require for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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