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Getting enough sleep regulates hormones that control hunger. It helps you to avoid overheating and maintain a healthy body weight
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Poor sleep increases cravings for unhealthy foods, which may contribute to overeating and unwanted weight gain
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As you age, muscle mass decreases while fat increases. It slows metabolism and makes it easier to gain weight
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Reduced physical activity in older adults also contributes to weight gain by lowering their calorie expenditure
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Certain diseases like Cushing’s syndrome or polycystic over syndrome or PCOS can cause weight gain or make weight loss difficult
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Medications such as steroids and antidepressants often have side-effects that may lead to increased appetite and weight gain
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Some rare single gene disorders directly cause obesity, but usually multiple genes interact with lifestyle and environment
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Genetic predisposition influences how your body stores fat and response to diet and physical activity
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Limited access to healthy foods and safe places to exercise can increase the risk of unhealthy weight gain