Question 1

is there a reason why i lose weight on birth control?

Accepted Answer

Yes: When you take birth control, your testosterone levels fall.  For a few women this can lead to weight loss.

Question 2

i have noticed significant weight gain on birth control and i exercise and eat healthy. how can i lose weight on birth control?

Accepted Answer

: The basics to losing weight are no different whether you are on birth control or not. It all comes down in the long run to burning off more calories than you take in. There are many ways to achieve that goal, although it is not easy. You should discuss this with your physician along with a nutritionist. Good luck.

Question 3

what is the best way to lose weight and still be on birth control?

Accepted Answer

Exercise and diet: Exercising  more than 30 mins day with moderate exertion and eating a healthy diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables can ensure your success towards reaching your desired weight and still being protected by a birth control of your choice.

Question 4

could birth control stop you from losing weight?

Accepted Answer

No: The birth control pill has been studied extensively with respect to weight change and there is no direct effect on weight.   It does have a tendency to enhance appetite, so you need to be careful that you are not eating more without realizing it.

Question 5

does birth control prevent you from losing weight?

Accepted Answer

: Some women on hormonal birth control have problems with increased hunger/weight gain. A hormone free IUD or barrier methods like condoms avoid this in women who have that side effect.

Question 6

can birth control cause weight loss? i haven't changed anything in my diet but am losing weight.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: If you are losing weight, it's best to check in with the doctor, who put you on the birth control pills. They need to be notified. Then, you'll have peace of mind. So will they. They will be able to tell you if your weight-loss is from the birth control pills.

Question 7

my weight has been gaining massively after 3 times of depo shot. any other birth control method that helps losing weight?

Accepted Answer

COPPER IUD: or the simultaneous use of condoms and spermicidal foam or gel

Question 8

my daughter is 15 she is on throyid med and birth control and metformin she has a hard time losing weight what can we do to help boost her metabilsm?

Accepted Answer

Run, swim, or bike: To have a leaner body that burns more calories, one can do some daily running, swimming, or bicycling... at least 25-30 minutes a day. Her doctor might recheck her TSH level to see if it is adequately low. Also, clear the house of sugar. See that foods have less than 10 grams of sugar per serving. Avoid drinks that have sugar.

Question 9

does birth control inhibit gym results (losing weight ,building muscle, etc)? p.s im on the progesterone only pill?

Accepted Answer

: It does not inhibit building muscle but it can make food more appealing to you and so you eat more when on the progesterone only pill.

Question 10

i am planning to get the birth control arm implant, i do weigh around 200 lbs (losing weight) will this affect how good the implant will work? or will it be less effective due to my weight? ( 200 lbs ) but i am losing weight currently?

Accepted Answer

: It will make no difference. Good luck with the wt.loss

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Is there a reason why i lose weight on birth control?

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I have noticed significant weight gain on birth control and i exercise and eat healthy. how can i lose weight on birth control?

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What is the best way to lose weight and still be on birth control?

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Could birth control stop you from losing weight?

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Does birth control prevent you from losing weight?

A member asked:

Can birth control cause weight loss? i haven't changed anything in my diet but am losing weight.

A member asked:

My weight has been gaining massively after 3 times of depo shot. any other birth control method that helps losing weight?

A member asked:

My daughter is 15 she is on throyid med and birth control and metformin she has a hard time losing weight what can we do to help boost her metabilsm?

A member asked:

Does birth control inhibit gym results (losing weight ,building muscle, etc)? p.s im on the progesterone only pill?

A member asked:

I am planning to get the birth control arm implant, i do weigh around 200 lbs (losing weight) will this affect how good the implant will work? or will it be less effective due to my weight? ( 200 lbs ) but i am losing weight currently?

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