You must have heard that being obese or having an excessive amount of body fat may lead to type 2 diabetes. Weight gain is not the only issue when it comes to this long-term health condition. Some ...

But how exactly does inflammation contribute to weight gain, and how can addressing it lead to successful weight loss? Before diving into Vidya's journey, let's understand the role inflammation plays ...

But these drugs can cause the opposite problem with weight. They could make you gain weight – sometimes too much. If you were underweight when you started treatment, putting on a few pounds isn ...

Are you underweight? Do you want to gain weight without getting fat? We hear you, and we’re here to help! While much of the global focus is on obesity and weight loss, being underweight can also pose ...

The goal of body recomposition is to lose fat and gain muscle simultaneously, unlike the traditional approach of "bulking and cutting" in which you intentionally put on a lot of weight first ...

Healthy weight gain involves increasing body weight through a balanced approach that prioritizes building muscle mass over accumulating fat. It requires consuming a calorie surplus from nutrient ...

Elvis and Priscilla//Image Credit: Los Angeles Times/Wikimedia Commons Elvis’ eating habits were not at all balanced, which contributed to his weight gain initially. “Elvis liked sweets, and he loved ...

Insulin resistance means that cells won’t accept the glucose that insulin is trying to deliver, and that can lead to weight gain, as well as fatigue. When left untreated, insulin resistance can ...

You may have noticed that your pants got tighter, or looser, after your HIV diagnosis. Weight gain and loss are both common with HIV, and they happen for different reasons. It's important to stay ...

I read some years ago that the weight gain associated with antipsychotics had something to do with blood sugar levels (or some other metabolic reason). — K. Dear K.: You are quite right that ...

The drug suppresses appetite and promotes satiety, possibly leading to weight loss. Once you stop taking it, however, you’re likely to gain some of the weight back. You may be able to keep some ...