- Hormonal changes – fluctuating levels of thyroid, testosterone and estrogen may affect a person’s weight losses or gains.
- Genetics – people can become predispose to gaining weight or being lean.
- Metabolism – it involves the speed in which our bodies are able to burn calories. People who have a faster metabolism tend to be leaner than those who have a slower rate
- Over-eating – people gain weight because they consume more calories than they burn.
- Lack of physical activities – without exercise the body is unable to lose excess fat, resulting in weight gain
- Unhealthy food choices – includes food that is fried or high in sugar. Not consuming a sufficient amount of fruits, vegetables, lean meats and fish.