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Ive been on birth control for a few months now and noticed weight gain. before birth control, i used to metabolize foods easily. does birth control affect my metabolism? if so, how do i increase metabolism?
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The pill works primarily by preventing egg release, fooling your body into believing you are already pregnant by using the added hormones. Your appetite may be the body thinking you need the added calories. Weight gain is a side effect for some. Only the non-hormonal IUD or barrier methods don't have some risk of weight gain.
Answered 8/28/2023
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