Unexplained weight gain can be frustrating and concerning. There are many potential causes, ranging from lifestyle factors like diet and exercise to underlying health conditions.
Some common causes include:
- Poor diet - Consuming excess calories, sugar, refined carbs, and unhealthy fats can easily lead to weight gain over time. Choosing more whole, unprocessed foods is key.
- Lack of exercise - Without regular physical activity, the body burns fewer calories and metabolism slows down. Aim for 150-300 minutes of moderate activity per week.
- Insufficient sleep - Not getting 7-9 hours per night can disrupt appetite-regulating hormones, leading to overeating and storage of fat.
- Stress - High cortisol levels increase hunger, drive fat storage, and make it harder to lose weight. Managing stress is crucial.
- Medications - Some prescription meds like steroids, antidepressants and seizure meds can cause weight gain in some individuals. Check with your doctor.
- Medical conditions - Issues like hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), PCOS, Cushing's disease, and depression can drive weight gain and make it harder to lose.
If you're experiencing
unexplained weight gain, I recommend touching base with your doctor to rule out any underlying condition. They can check important health markers like hormones and vitamin levels through simple blood tests.
The professionals at
New Beginnings HRT Clinic also specialize in getting to the root cause of inexplicable weight gain through cutting-edge testing and personalize treatment plans.
Some key things they test for include:
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Reproductive hormone imbalances
- Adrenal fatigue
- Blood sugar dysregulation
- Inflammation markers
- Nutrient deficiencies
Based on your test results, their clinicians create fully customized nutrition, lifestyle and supplementation protocols to help restore balance, optimize health, and achieve sustainable weight loss.
Many clients find their individualized plans lead to transformative results. The comprehensive testing gives them deeper insights into what’s really going on.
So if you can’t seem to lose weight no matter what you try,
New Beginnings HRT Clinic may be able to uncover what’s blocking your progress. Reach out for a free 15 minute consultation to learn more.