Why losing weight can be tougher for women

1. Hormonal fluctuations, particularly estrogen and progesterone, can affect hunger and fullness hormones, making weight loss more challenging.

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2. Women tend to have a higher percentage of body fat compared to men, making it harder to lose weight.

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3. Leptin resistance, a hormone that regulates energy balance, is more common in women, leading to weight gain.

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4. Women's metabolisms tend to slow down with age, making weight loss more difficult.

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5. Water retention due to hormonal changes can lead to weight fluctuations, making it harder to achieve weight loss goals.

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6. Societal pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards can lead to negative body image and disordered eating

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7. Women often take on caregiving roles, leading to increased stress and decreased time for self-care and exercise.

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8. Emotional eating is more common in women, leading to overeating and weight gain.

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9. Menstrual cycle fluctuations can affect hunger, cravings, and metabolism, making weight loss more challenging.

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10. Pregnancy and postpartum weight gain can be difficult to lose, especially with the added responsibilities of motherhood.

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