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Do my own hormones make me fat?

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Depends: Depends on which hormone but too much of certain hormone (cortisol, insulin...) can make you gain weight, regardless of whether it's from the outside or your own hormone.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Sure: We will use polycystic ovary syndrome in women for example. Though the mechanism is not known for sure, women with pco have elevated androgen levels. These women tend to be Insulin resistant & do not metabolize carbohydrates as well leading to weight gain. It's complicated, but all interrelated to hormone balance.

Answered 6/25/2014

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