Losing weight can be an emotional, tedious process.
That’s especially true when the scale creeps up even though you’re seemingly doingeverythingright.
We spoke with the experts about some pretty surprising habits that can lead to rapid weight gain.
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You’re eating a lot of sushi.
Let’s be honest: Sushi is downright delicious.
It’s also considered to be a healthy food by many.
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Inflammation makes weight gain come on more quickly and makes it harder to lose weight.
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You’re being too cautious about what you eat.
This can lead to consuming far fewer calories than your body really needs.
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You’re using products that have fragrance.
This is an ultra-sneaky, incredibly common habit you likely wouldn’t associate with weight gain.
“These chemicals are called obesogens.
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Your sleep habits change.
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You’re using new dishes.
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You heard that right!
Your cute set of new dishes could be to blame for your rapid weight gain.
“We’ve found this to be the case for many of our clients.
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You’re taking pain medication.
A common side effect of taking pain medication is dealing with constipation.
But too much of anything is never a good thing.
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“If you eat too many healthy fats this can cause weight gain,” Young explains.
“Fats contain more calories per gram than protein or carbohydrates so the calorie intake is higher for fats.
Remember that healthy fats in moderation is great.”
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You’re eating salads for lunch without additional protein.
Having a tossed salad with fresh veggies is a smart movebut don’t leave out the protein!
Adding protein to each meal is critical to help you feel satiated and lose weight.
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“Researchhas shown that high-protein diets can reduce body weight and eliminate overeating/unnecessary snacking.”
You’re skipping meals.
“On the contrary, skipping meals can actually cause weight gain.
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