Bulimia may lead to weight gain rather than loss due to binge eating, as purging doesn’t significantly reduce caloric intake. Weight changes are also possible during recovery. Bulimia nervosa is an ...

Quitting smoking often leads to weight gain due to a combination of decreased metabolism and increased eating. The metabolic boost from nicotine accounts for 31% of weight gain, while increased eating ...

Some people with hyperparathyroidism may notice weight gain or weight loss. These changes may occur due to factors like underlying medical conditions or appetite changes. Hyperparathyroidism is ...

Antidepressants are the most commonly prescribed medication for adults in the United States, research shows. Their use has dramatically increased since the advent of a class of antidepressants known ...

Weight gain is common in women going through menopause. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormone fluctuations, muscle loss, poor sleep, and changes in eating and exercise habits.

Unlike poor diet or lack of exercise, medications alone aren't a separate fast track for obesity. Rather, they undermine a person's efforts at lifestyle modification by raising the incline on the ...

ART is crucial for HIV management but can lead to significant weight gain, affecting quality of life and adherence. A study found 24% of participants experienced a 5% or greater weight gain, ...

New research shows that women who halt GLP-1 medications near conception face greater gestational weight gain and elevated risks for preterm birth and pregnancy-related complications, raising urgent ...

Inflammation causes insulin resistance, which may lead to weight gain. Regular exercise and a high-fiber diet help decrease inflammation and manage your weight. Lowering inflammation helps protect ...

Deebo Samuel's build has been a topic of discussion this offseason, and one former Dallas Cowboys WR has taken notice. They were unable to knock off an NFC East rival, the Philadelphia Eagles, and had ...

Several factors can contribute to weight gain in both men and women, but women often have a greater challenge. This can be due to sociological or psychological reasons, as well as those that are ...

Results from the largest and longest study of its kind have found that the drug metformin can help manage weight gain in overweight or obese youth taking medication to treat bipolar disorder, and ...