Depression and Weight Gain

Depression and weight gain are problems that often show up together.

For any number of reasons, you may find yourself sad, bored, lonely or feeling isolated and turn to food for comfort. Then, when you gain weight from overeating, it's easier to become more depressed due to your lack of control and weight gain.

Studies show that people with depression and high stress levels are less likely to exercise. Then due to lack of exercise, the more weight gained and the worse you feel.

Help for Those With Depression and Weight Gain

• Ask for Help - This is very important. Tell family members and friends how you are feeling. Talking it out can relieve much anxiety and stress.
• Get Enough Sleep - When you don't get a good night's sleep, your body doesn't get the downtime it needs to replenish both body and mind. Good sleep is restorative. If your bed is not comfortable, consider purchasing a new one. Sleeping well is very important.
• Healthy Eating - Fueling your body with healthy foods is important for strength and stamina. You'll feel better and will have more stamina to get through the little ups and downs of daily life without binging out.
• See a Doctor - Talk to your physician about the symptoms you're having. Depression is common in our society and nothing to be embarrassed about. Get help if you need it.
• Practice Positive Thinking - Stop and think about the good things in your life and what you have to be grateful for. Begin to practice positive thinking and look at the glass as half full. If you change your thoughts you can change your life. Focus on the positive!


• Exercise - This is the key to breaking out of your funk, but it may be hard to find motivation to get started. Take baby steps at first if you need to. Once you get moving, you'll find exercise fights depression and weight gain and actually gives you energy.
• Set Realistic Goals - Start slowly to make changes in your life. Set short term achievable goals. When you reach those, it will give you confidence to set the bar higher and then work towards your new goals.
• Be Kind to Yourself - You are only human and not expected to be a superhuman. If you have setbacks or bad days along the way, don't give up. Simply forgive forgive yourself and get back on track the next day.

Be patient and take the first steps to make changes in your life. Set your fitness goals and work towards them. Little by little, you'll have a rosier outlook and you'll be back on track towards a healthier, happier life!

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