31/01/2026
Why PCOS causes weight gain
Insulin resistance makes the body store fat more easily, especially around the abdomenHormonal imbalance increases androgens, which slows metabolismIrregular ovulation affects energy use and fat distributionInflammation can promote weight gain and make weight loss harder
This is why many women with PCOS gain weight even with normal eating habits.
Why weight loss feels harder with PCOS
The body releases more insulin, pushing glucose into fat storageHunger and cravings increase due to blood sugar fluctuationsStress hormones rise, encouraging abdominal fat
So PCOS weight gain is medical, not motivational.
What actually helps
Low-GI, high-protein diet to control insulin spikesStrength training + walking (not only cardio)Adequate sleep and stress managementMedical support when needed (metformin, supplements, or hormone regulation as advised by a doctor)
Even a 5β10% weight reduction can improve periods, ovulation, and fertility in PCOS.
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