Hormonal fat is not real fat. Let me teach you how to improve fat accumulation!

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Hormonal obesity is not really obesity! The physical changes brought about by hormone therapy can be improved through certain dietary measures to reduce fat accumulation.

01 Your “fatness” may not necessarily be considered as fatness

Not all hormones lead to weight gain. For example, insulin can cause weight gain, while thyroid hormone can lead to weight loss, resulting in a very thin and haggard appearance, such as being so thin that the eyeballs protrude.
Glucocorticoids, also known as “adrenal cortical hormones”, are a type of steroid hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that are synthesized artificially through chemical methods. Today, we will discuss the central obesity caused by glucocorticoids.

The physiological effects of glucocorticoids include:
(1) Promoting gluconeogenesis, reducing the uptake and utilization of glucose by peripheral tissues, elevating blood glucose levels, and also increasing the synthesis of hepatic glycogen and muscle glycogen.
(2) Promote protein metabolism in extrahepatic tissues, reduce protein synthesis, and increase the content of amino acids in serum and the excretion of urea nitrogen.
(3) Promoting fat catabolism and reducing anabolism, leading to an increase in the content of glycerol and fatty acids in the blood, which in turn elevates the cholesterol level in the blood. Subsequently, activating the activity of lipase under the skin of the limbs to decompose subcutaneous fat, causing it to be redistributed to the face, chest, abdomen, back, and buttocks, resulting in central obesity.
From this, it can be observed that being “hormone fat” doesn’t necessarily mean you are actually fat! It’s also possible that hormonal reasons cause the redistribution of fat in your body, concentrating it in the trunk while the limbs remain relatively lean.

02 Follow the doctor’s advice

While hormones can indeed lead to central obesity, medication can be strictly controlled in accordance with treatment requirements to avoid overdosing. Additionally, the reduction of hormone dosage should be carried out under the professional guidance of a doctor, and patients should not arbitrarily discontinue medication just because they notice weight gain.
Generally, to control the so-called obesity caused by hormones, the most crucial step is for doctors to reduce the dosage and discontinue the medication in a timely manner based on the patient’s actual condition after the hormone therapy has taken effect. Following the doctor’s advice to reduce the dosage, the symptoms of weight gain will gradually subside.

03 Healthy weight loss through dietary adjustments

When taking hormones for regulation, it is necessary to restrain the intake of other high-calorie and high-fat foods. For example, when it comes to staple foods, a combination of coarse and fine grains can be adopted, that is, consuming more complex carbohydrates and less refined rice and white flour. Staple foods can be replaced with oats, wheat, buckwheat, corn, etc. It is also not recommended to eat too much cake and various beverages, as excessive intake of high-sugar refined carbohydrates in the diet can lead to increased insulin resistance, making it easier for fat to accumulate in the body.
While incorporating a large amount of vegetables and fruits into your diet, it is important not to neglect protein intake. It is recommended to consume more lean protein and limit or avoid fatty meat and animal organs, as well as foods high in cholesterol.

Healthy fats should also be consumed, as they play a role in maintaining body temperature and stabilizing internal organs. Moreover, the supplementation of fats is also of great significance for the synthesis and secretion of body hormones. It is recommended to eat more fish, such as salmon, tuna, and sardine, which not only provide healthy fatty acids and promote the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, but also supplement the protein required by the body.

It is essential to maintain a balanced diet. Many people experience an increased appetite after undergoing hormone therapy, often finding themselves craving food and overeating. It is crucial to exercise restraint and avoid binge eating. Eating smaller portions more frequently, consuming whole grains and high-quality protein can help increase feelings of fullness. Avoid eating too much and too varied at night, as this can lead to indigestion. Reduce the frequency of late-night snacking. Persisting in these habits can effectively mitigate weight gain caused by hormone use.

If hormone-induced weight gain cannot be easily controlled artificially, then let’s start by changing our lifestyle and dietary habits. For example, we should have a reasonable and balanced diet, ideally avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol consumption. We should also adopt a relaxed attitude and avoid rushing into things.