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  • Kelly12
    Junior Member
    • Oct 2010
    • 3

    Is there any kind of birth control that prevents weight gain?

    Is there any kind of birth control that prevents weight gain?
  • Lauren11
    Junior Member
    • Oct 2010
    • 6

    There is no such medication.Why don't you try to eat around 1,500 calories/day and exercise at least 3 times/week ? When you are hungry,try and eat fruits,vegetables,yogurt.

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    • Kelly12
      Junior Member
      • Oct 2010
      • 3

      From what I've read and talking to others... you'll gain weight or have a heck of time trying to lose weight on BC even while on a diet plan

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      • jessie1234
        Member
        • Sep 2010
        • 96

        something non hormonal is easiest... copper iud or cup
        i was on the pill and never gained an ounce but it did give me a mild stroke at 18 (non smoker)
        since then ive had a mirena iud and no weight gain.... im a competitive weight lifter and thus sensitive to weight gain

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        • KMonte85
          Veteran Member
          • Oct 2009
          • 3303

          Originally posted by Kelly12
          Is there any kind of birth control that prevents weight gain?
          If there was I think every single woman on the planet would be on it! hahaha

          But seriously, no. No BC's that will prevent weight gain.. some (hormonal) BC options can make you gain weight, and the non-hormonal ones won't make you gain or lose weight.

          I'd suggest talking to your Dr. about what BC options are best for you

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          • kristalyn_04
            Veteran Member
            • Oct 2009
            • 2164

            From Web MD:

            "All medications can have side effects for some of the people using them. Aspirin may cause heartburn. Cough medicines can make some people sleepy. The most common birth control pill side effects are breakthrough bleeding, breast tenderness, nausea, and headache.

            For a few women, the pill may cause some weight gain, often due to fluid retention. But not significant amounts, and not for most women. Indeed, a review of 44 studies showed no evidence that birth control pills caused weight gain in most users. And, as with other possible side effects of the pill, the minimal weight gain is generally temporary, going away within two to three months.

            While weight gain is an uncommon and temporary side effect to the pill, if you happen to be one of those few women who put on pounds, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may suggest a different type of birth control pill. Why? Because all pills are not the same.

            There are two types of birth control pill: combination pills, which contain estrogen and progestin, and progestin-only pills. While most birth control pills use the same type of estrogen in various doses, the progestin formulation in each can differ. This means that each brand of pill may offer a slightly different type of the hormone, at different doses. The result? Potentially different side effects.

            Whichever pill you try, remember to give it at least three months for any side effects to pass."

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            • Winged_Muse
              Veteran Member
              • Jul 2010
              • 302

              I wish there was a pill that allowed you to both prevent pregnancy but keep the weight off. If There was I would definately be on it now and the 40-45 pounds I wanna lose would be gone for sure. I'm planning on switching birth controls here shortly.

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              • ItsASecret
                APRIL 2011 POSTER OF THE MONTH
                • Apr 2009
                • 3721

                I wish there was a pill that allowed you to both prevent pregnancy but keep the weight off.
                That would require every woman to have the exact same physiology on any and all levels.
                There are those who believe that dictionaries should not merely reflect the times but also protect English from the mindless assaults of the trendy.

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                • KMonte85
                  Veteran Member
                  • Oct 2009
                  • 3303

                  Originally posted by ItsASecret
                  That would require every woman to have the exact same physiology on any and all levels.
                  you mean, we don't? AWW MAN!!!

                  lol sorry, I've got my sarcastic pantaloons on today

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                  • ItsASecret
                    APRIL 2011 POSTER OF THE MONTH
                    • Apr 2009
                    • 3721

                    you mean, we don't? AWW MAN!!!

                    lol sorry, I've got my sarcastic pantaloons on today
                    haha I wish we were all the same. I think I would want the side effect of bigger boobs while taking my pill....but aww shucks theres nothing going on in that department for me.
                    There are those who believe that dictionaries should not merely reflect the times but also protect English from the mindless assaults of the trendy.

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