Many women do diet programs to lose weight. But what if we don't do anything then keep losing weight? Don't be happy first, big fluctuations in body weight can indicate that something is serious about health. "If you lose 5-10 percent of your body weight in three to six months, you should check it out," said endocrinologist and diabetic at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, doctor Reshmi Srinath.
Here are some causes that might be the reason behind weight loss.
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| Loss of Weight Drastically Without a Cause? Be Careful of 6 Diseases |
1. Cancer
Yes, cancer can cause weight loss to drop dramatically. According to Srinath, if someone does not change their diet, exercise, or stress levels do not change, suddenly becoming thin should be aware of. Most cancers cause a decrease in body weight syndrome called cachexia cancer.
2. Diabetes
When a person experiences a drastic weight loss, chances are he has diabetes. "Because the blood sugar levels in the body are very high, it can interfere with the kidneys and body system," Srinath said. The body cannot use blood sugar for fuel, and everything will be filtered in the kidneys, then released. In fact, our body parts such as muscle and bone, do not get energy from blood sugar. In addition to weight loss, people with diabetes also experience symptoms of frequent thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, or numbness in the hands and feet.
3. Stress
When facing stress or a fairly heavy drama of life, appetite usually goes away. According to Feller, the brain will release hormones that suppress appetite. "The brain also sends messages to the adrenal gland to stop the production of adrenal hormones in the kidneys so that an 'opponent or leave' response appears, a psychological condition during stress that makes eating not a priority," said the chronic disease nutritionist.
4. Digestive diseases
Some digestive disorders, such as celiac disease, Crohn's disease, lactose intolerance, and intestinal disorders, can cause disruption of food absorption. As a result, weight tends to increase.
5. Thyroid disease
Thyroid hormones control our metabolism because it is only natural if there is an imbalance, then there is a disruption in body weight. Although high metabolism has a good impact on body weight, if it is too high it will not be healthy. People whose thyroid is overactive, called hyperthyroidism, will experience weight loss and sometimes other complications, such as an increased heart rate, feeling anxious, insomnia, or tremor.
6. Adrenal deficiency
Adrenal deficiency also called Addison's disease, occurs when the body does not produce enough cortisol. "In high-stress conditions, the body will produce a lot of cortisol. This is a normal response," Srinath said. People whose cortisol levels are too low, cannot experience a normal stress response so they will feel sick. People who experience Addison's disease also show symptoms of drastic weight loss, nausea, dizziness, and also easier infections.
