Sudden weight gain for no reason? How to lose weight?

As far as people know, there are mostly two reasons for weight gain: eating too much and exercising too little. However, some people experience strange phenomena where they eat little and exercise regularly, yet they not only don't lose weight but also inexplicably gain weight. There is no such thing as weight gain for no reason in the world. If you gain weight, there must be a reason, just not related to diet and exercise.

Not losing weight despite eating less is mainly because the body does not consume enough calories, and the basal metabolism is low, which reduces the efficiency of weight loss. However, if weight loss is difficult or you eat very little but still exercise and continue to gain weight, it may be necessary to check your thyroid function. Hypothyroidism often results in slow basal metabolism, and you will need to undergo relevant biochemical tests at the hospital.

Additionally, some people are naturally predisposed to gaining weight. This is due to genetics. The hormones that affect body weight are divided into two systems: metabolism and energy storage. Adrenaline and thyroxine are hormones that primarily control metabolism and are also hormones that promote thinness. Insulin, on the other hand, is a hormone that causes obesity. Insulin is secreted by the pancreas and determines whether our body stores fat or burns it. When we eat, blood glucose levels increase. The pancreas then secretes insulin to absorb glucose. If there is too much insulin in the body, cells absorb more glucose, and excess sugar is converted into fat. Some people have a tendency to gain weight because they secrete too much insulin, making it easier for them to become obese.

So, how can one lose weight when experiencing this "unexplained" weight gain?

1. Go to the hospital for a check-up to rule out medical conditions

Obesity caused by medical conditions leading to endocrine disorders is called symptomatic obesity. This type of obesity accounts for about 5% of all obesity cases. If you suddenly gain weight, you should first check at the hospital whether it is symptomatic obesity. If it is, you should first undergo treatment for the medical condition; if not, you should focus on diet and exercise to lose weight.

2. Adjust exercise methods

Scientists have found that when you perform the same training for a long time, your body gets used to it, and the calories burned during exercise decrease. As a result, it becomes increasingly difficult to lose weight. Therefore, during the weight loss process, it is necessary to adjust the exercise plan in a timely manner, increase the energy exerted, and increase the calories burned.

3. Improve basal metabolic rate

As you age, your basal metabolic rate decreases. At this point, even if you eat very little, you may still gain weight. Improving basal metabolic rate is a crucial part of weight loss. To increase basal metabolism, in addition to exercising regularly, you should also drink more water and eat more foods rich in high-quality protein.

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