Causes of weight gain

Causes of Weight Gain

Weight gain (/weɪt geɪn/) is a common condition characterized by an increase in body weight, often as a result of an increase in body fat. The term is derived from the Old English words "gewiht" (weight) and "gegn" (against), indicating a measure against a standard.

Causes

Weight gain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

• Overeating (/ˌoʊvərˈiːtɪŋ/): Consuming more calories than the body can burn off can lead to weight gain. This is often a result of eating high-calorie, low-nutrient foods.

• Sedentary Lifestyle (/sɪˈdɛntəri ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/): Lack of physical activity can lead to weight gain as the body does not burn off the calories consumed.

• Genetics (/dʒəˈnɛtɪks/): Some people may be genetically predisposed to gain weight more easily than others.

• Medications (/ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃənz/): Certain medications, such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and corticosteroids, can cause weight gain as a side effect.

• Hormonal Imbalances (/hɔːrˈmoʊnəl ɪmˈbælənsɪz/): Conditions such as hypothyroidism, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and menopause can cause weight gain.

• Stress (/strɛs/): Stress can lead to overeating or unhealthy eating habits, which can result in weight gain.

• Lack of Sleep (/læk ɒv sliːp/): Lack of sleep can disrupt the balance of hormones that control hunger and satiety, leading to weight gain.

Related Terms

• Obesity (/oʊˈbiːsɪti/): A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that can have negative effects on health.

• Body Mass Index (BMI) (/ˈbɒdi mæs ˈɪndɛks/): A measure used to determine whether a person has a healthy body weight for their height.

• Metabolic Syndrome (/mɪˈtæbəlɪk ˈsɪndroʊm/): A cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Causes of weight gain
• Wikipedia's article - Causes of weight gain

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