Gestational obesity and vitamin B12 deficiency

Low vitamin B12 (cobalamin) levels can cause weight gain in pregnant women. This is the conclusion of a study conducted by scientists from the University of Warwick Medical School in Great Britain.




British specialists compared fat cells obtained from laboratory cultures with samples taken from pregnant women.

The analysis showed that the increased production of these cells occurs when there is not enough vitamin B12 in the pregnant woman's body. This information suggests that low vitamin B12 levels may predispose pregnant women to obesity.

- The results of our study show that low levels of vitamin B12 impair the metabolism of fat cells, which can lead to increased fat accumulation, deterioration of its processing and post-inflammatory damage. All these factors predispose to weight gain - comments the researcher Jinous Samavat, emphasizing the important role of vitamin B12 supplementation, the so-called red vitamin during pregnancy.

Why am I not losing weight?

Eliminating carbohydrates

The complete elimination of carbohydrates will not contribute to weight loss. The body needs them just like any other nutrient to function properly. In addition, carbohydrates play an important role in weight reduction. Eat them wisely, but don't eliminate them completely.

Starving yourself and skipping meals

This is not a good strategy when weight loss is our goal. When you limit your caloric intake or (worse) starve yourself, your body gets a signal that it needs to store and conserve energy in the form of body fat.

Snacking

Denying yourself meals doesn't do any good; on the contrary, it makes you snack more often, reaching for unhealthy, quick snacks. Plan your meals so that you don't miss anything.

Diabetes

Insulin resistance and diabetes can hinder weight loss due to abnormal blood glucose and insulin levels that interfere with the weight loss process.

Hormonal disorders

Disruptions in the functioning of the endocrine system can make it difficult to control body weight and reduce body fat.

Anxieties

Certain medications can make you gain weight from them. These are the undesirable effects of medication. Some medications also block the burning of body fat.

Fasting training

Training on an empty stomach is not healthy for the body. In order to burn fat with exercise, you need to eat carbohydrates. Without them, it is impossible to lose weight. Do not overeat, eat a light meal containing carbohydrates before training.

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