Im going on the pill how can i keep myself from gaining weight?

my period is irregular so my doctor recommended the pill...im just concerned about gaining weight...would exercising everyday keep me from gaining the weight? or what can i do to prevent it
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I am on Yasmin, and I actually dropped weight. I am not heavy to begin with, but I think this pill has some kind of hormone in it that helps with water weight, in turn making my boobs less swollen. I recommend it if gaining weight is an issue for you

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stop eating

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With some pills its inevitable. You are going to have to exercise and eat well!

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get off your ***

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Eat healthy and exercise or stay active every day.

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Gaining weight while on the pill is a myth. Simply not true!

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you cant avoid it on some of them.

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just excercise and eat healthy. The pill affects everyone differently so you might not gain any weight at all and if you do it could only be a very little bit. At least that's my experience.
Um excuse me - but any doctor will tell you just that. IT'S DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE!

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Is an irregular period that bad?

You need to be ready to completely change your diet, because you won't be able to eat like you used to (depending on your current habits!). I'd start with eating the correct amount of calories for your size and stick to it with a journal that tallies your caloric intake each day...my metabolism went screwy when I started the pill and I still haven't shed the weight...

Good luck with it! It's not easy! :)

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Its not certain that you'll gain weight- its just a common side effect. The easiest way to keep it off if you do notice weight gain is exercise- you don't even have to change the way you eat. Just work out (whether its running, biking, or dancing) 4-6 times per week for at least 30 minutes per day.

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Different people have different reactions to the same birth control. Just keep an eye on your weight (measure it every week, don't get obsessive about the day-to-day changes) and if you gain 5 pounds or more in the next couple of months, pick up some weights, sign up for a class, and/or limit what you eat.

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I blamed my 15 lbs weight gain on the pill... then I went off it. And lost only five pounds:)

It's easier to blame the pill than to say "I got lazy and started eating badly"... and many women tend to start taking the pill at a time of life (the late teens early twenties) when they are shifting to a more sedentary adult lifestyle. The pill really won't make you gain much weigh (less than five pounds) if:
- You keep an eye on your diet. It's amazing how many empty calories you can put in your body if you aren't cautious.
- Keep active. You don't necessarily have to exercise every day, though that will no doubt make you a sleek goddess-like babe. But try not to get into a mode of sitting around on the computer or watching TV... find some physical activities you like and do them a few times a week. Walk or bike instead of driving. Take a stroll at lunchtime instead of having a smoke break.

You'll be just fine.

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Science has demonstrated that weight gain on the pill is usually five pounds or less; not a significant weight gain. Depo Provera has been linked to significant weight gain, but that's not likely what you're going to be prescribed if regulating your periods is the goal.)

For some people, some pills affect appetite. Ensure that you're getting regular exercise, staying hydrated and eating a healthy, well balanced diet, and you should be fine.


From vaginapagina.com:

"Basically, there's no direct link between hormonal birth control and weight gain. Some types of HBC can more readily lead to weight gain in individuals -- see our earlier disclaimer about side effects -- and some types of HBC can lead to water retention and/or increased appetite. However, it's also important to consider that many women begin taking HBC in their later teens and early twenties, during which time they may gain weight and experience changes in their body shape regardless of whether or not they take HBC.

If you feel that a particular weight gain is directly caused by HBC, you might consider talking to your doctor."

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