Weight gain - unintentional

There are many other disorders which are the major causes of weight gain. A lot is still being discovered. Some reasons are given here.

Unintentional weight gain occurs when a person takes in more calories than the body requires performing its functions.

With the passage of age, our metabolism slows down, which can increase weight. We must reduce the quantity of food we take and do satisfactory exercise to avoid weight gain.

Many endocrine diseases such as Cushing syndrome or hypothyroidism are the cause of weight gain. It may also cause heart or lungs problems.

Pregnancy is another reason of continued weight gain, whereas a periodic weight gain may occur with menstruation.

A rapid weight gain may be a sign of risky fluid retention. Use of some drugs such as corticosteroids, cyproheptadine, lithium, tranquilizers, phenothiazines, antidepressants, and medicines can increase fluid retention.