Unexplained weight gain

Unexplained weight gain can be confusing and concerning. There are a few key things to understand:

What is unexplained weight gain?
It's when you gain weight without an obvious cause like changes in diet or exercise. You may notice your clothes fitting tighter even though your eating and activity habits haven't changed.

Some common causes include:

• Hormone changes - Issues with thyroid, cortisol, estrogen, testosterone, or insulin can cause metabolic changes leading to weight gain


• Medications - Some prescription drugs like steroids or antidepressants list weight gain as a side effect


• Aging - As we get older, our metabolisms tend to slow down

When is weight gain a concern?
Mild weight fluctuations are normal, but gaining more than 10 pounds without lifestyle changes merits investigation. Rapid and persistent weight gain can indicate an underlying condition.

What should you do about unexplained weight gain?

If you notice significant unexplained weight gain:

1. Track your diet and exercise to rule out hidden changes


2. Make an appointment with your doctor for an evaluation


3. Ask about getting labs to check key hormones like thyroid, cortisol, and sex hormones


4. Discuss any new medications with your doctor


5. Consider adding metabolism-boosting lifestyle changes like more activity, interval training, and stress reduction techniques

Unexplained weight gain is frustrating, but don't ignore it - work with your doctor to uncover the cause so you can get back on track with your health.

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I hope this gives you a good overview of some of the key things to know about unexplained weight gain. Let me know if you need any clarification or have additional questions!