Why am I gaining weight......????

Question

I have gained over 20 lbs in the last 2 years, I understand you change as you get older- I don't feel that my diet or activity level has changed- I am 35. can this be from anything else besides diet/exercise???

Answer 1

Could be a Thyroid issue but a doctor needs a blood test to know for sure.  It is also possible you had hit the peri-menopausal stage (gasp!), again blood work should indicate the condition.   Make an appointment to see your doctor and before you go make of list of everything that concerns you.  It might be helpful to start a daily journal indicating your exercise activities and food intake as well as your energy level and sleep times.  I had the same thing happen to me when I was around 38 and I was pre-menopausal.