How I gained weight

How I gained weight

I ate a brownie and the next morning I gained 5lbs. Just like that!! Some people may have you believe that, but we all know weight gain doesn’t happen overnight. Weight gain generally sneaks  up behind you and then there is a whole another you in the mirror.  It is not a surprise attack!!

That is why we don’t see it coming. The #1 reason we gain weight is overeating, tag-teamed with inactivity.  We don’t just eat one brownie; we eat the pan of brownies.  Not at once but for every meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) until the pan is gone.

An even more sneaky reason we gain weight other than overeating/inactivity is the silent assassin called stress. When we are stressed, either because of work, finances, or relationships we tend to release chemicals that contribute to weight gain.  Then, to make matters worse, we try to mellow out with high carbohydrate foods which are the ultimate set up!

Then you introduce an insufficient amount of sleep, certain medications (e.g. some oral contraceptives, steroids, and antidepressants) and medical conditions (e.g. thyroid). All can surprisingly contribute to making you heavier and more rotund.

When you don’t get enough sleep, the tendency is to make poor eating choices and consume extra calories through late night snacking.  Certain medications can lead to fluid retention; however, before changing or stopping the meds all together realize the benefits may outweigh the weight gain.  It is best to consult with a medical doctor before making any abrupt changes.

Any other reasons you can think of that may contribute to weight gain, and more specifically your weight gain?  For myself, I can testify that the #1 reason for me in the past was overeating/inactivity.