Beyond Diet: 5 Hidden Factors Contributing to Unexplained Weight Gain
Summary
Unexplained weight gain can be caused by factors beyond diet such as hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, age-related changes, lack of sleep, and medication side effects.
Key Points
- Hormonal imbalance can slow metabolism and cause weight gain, especially in thyroid and PCOS conditions.
- Insulin resistance leads to excess sugar storage as fat, contributing to weight gain.
- Age-related muscle loss and metabolism decline often cause weight gain after 30.
- Lack of sleep increases hunger hormones and stress hormones, resulting in abdominal fat accumulation.
