6 reasons for weight fluctuations

If you lose weight for few pounds there is no need to wry as small weight fluctuations could occur and especially among women but if you have lost more than 5 pounds per week or within few days there is a problem and you need to notice this. It can be due to many reasons.

You’re Eating Too Much Salt

Sodium consumption is linked with water retention especially if you sent most of your times out of your home and you eat at restaurant. Water has volume and it fills up quickly and then you will gain weight.

You’re taking a New Medication

Many medications like beta-blockers, anti-depression, testosterone-boost drugs and anti-histamines drugs have been linked with weight gain.

You’re Eating (or Drinking) More

The equation is easy you eat more you will gain weight any small meal or plate that add extra 500 calories it will add eventually 1 additional pound to your weight. Alcohol consumption is packed with calories too just like food moreover, it is linked with higher consumption of unhealthy food like roasted nuts.

You’re Moving Less

If you are not moving or you were doing workout and now you stop it you will gain weight. Try to lift some weights just to build muscles and you will burn more calories as you will have higher metabolic rate.

You Recently Lost Weight

You may are on the retaining weight phase if you were already on a weight loss diet and this is possible as you tend to regain weight after weight loss diet so you need to increase your energy expenditure by exercising more and you need to consume less than before.

You Have an Endocrine Disorder

Fatigue, weakness, headaches, problems thinking, and depression or irritability are all signs of hypothyroidism in addition to weight gain so you need to consult your doctor.

Sources:

https://www.menshealth.com/weight-loss/a26409662/sudden-weight-gain-causes/

https://universityhealthnews.com/daily/nutrition/a-daily-weight-fluctuation-nothing-to-worry-about/