I was wondering, do birth control pills make you fat?
917317
ya they make you really fat when you use them and they don't work. Some women even get parasites from them. And after 9 months they have showers for these parasites and give them names.
1087596
That is a question I don't think I've EVER heard of!!!  I understand it, though.  Depo shots suck...have you tried the Norplants?  They aren't any better in that they tend to "drift" (as the manufacturer calls it) all over your dag-nabbed body!!\n\nI can't say I know of a birth control that will help you gain weight, but I know a website from a VERY reputable naturopath that might help.  Its www. healthyhealing.com  She tends to sell some folks' products from that site, but they're all very reputable herb and supplement manufacturers.  I've used her books as a Mom's guide to everything for years - and never done anything that my MD's disagreed with.  \n\nCheck out her weight gain tips - if there aren't many on the site, email me (cranor02@msn.com) and I'll send you all the info from her book!!\n\nAll my best to you!!
81185
There are some very serious side effects from birth control pills that your doctor will not tell you.\n\nThese side effects range from things as big as your libido to as small as your contact lenses.\n\nYou need to research very carefully before taking them so that you can make a truly informed decision.\n\nhttp://www.unm.edu/~shc1/pill-side-effects.html\nhttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/40786-1.asp\nhttp://www.drugs.com/Triphasil/\n\nand many others
903408
its normal especially in the first few months of taking the pill.one thing i hated about being on the pill is because i gained weight and my boobs get big too.so i asked my gyno what other options do i have and they recommended i get an iud implant i have had it since june ive lost some weight and i even went down a bra size
1008398
I took the birth control shot from the time i was 16 years old until i was 20 and i didn't gain weight.\n\nSome women/girls are different. Some may gain weight and some may not but i would rather gain weight than gain a baby that i did not want
206598
Sex does not make you fat... it's actually a good exercise.\nJust leave the whipped cream and chocolate syrup out of it. And use condoms.
760250
Be thankful for small mercies.  Seriously, are you on the pill?  Maybe you just think you have enough body fat?  Consult a Dr. if it persists.
565696
You actually gain weight. When I started taking birth control i gained about 15 lbs all in my boobs and butt. I went from almost filling an A cup to almost filling a C cup. And I went from a size 0 to a 3/5. My mood swings also increased during PMS. But the great thing is it increased my sex drive, especially right before my period.
893367
Depends on the type of birth control they have you on. Some of the placebos have iron in them as a supplement. Otherwise, the placebo pills are just that: a placebo, which is a big word for sugar pill. The reason they are there is to help you stay on a schedule so you don't forget to start the next pack when you need to. \nBirth control should actually HELP with acne, not cause more. Some may cause you to gain weight, but there are so many different types of birth control now that if you don't like the side effects of one, talk to your doctor. He/she can help you get one that works great for your body chemistry.
653895
Yes, the pill regulates your hormones. Now that you are off of them your hormones are freaking out and trying to regulate themselves. Don't worry, it'll pass.
245465
hi. It didnt work for me. I'm 26, 5'8 and weight 150. I took these pills for like 2 months and didnt lose any weight. It gave me headaches and nausea. Now I know it's better to exercise and eat right. Stop thinking about diet pills and work out!!
326013
Have you noticed that your clothes are a little looser? If so, you are losing fat and gaining muscle.  If so, keep up the good work.  If not, maybe you would reevaluate your diet.  I would recommend cutting out simple sugars and simple carbs. Drink lots of water and give it time to work.  You could always join a group like Weight Watchers, but I think you should continue exercising regularly.  Birth control does tend to cause users to gain weight due to hormonal changes, but it should taper off after you've taken it for a while.
978264
I would recommend that you look at the side effects of your particular type of pill the next time you fill your prescription. The pill can definitely cause weight gain for some people. There are quite a few low dose birth control pills that are still effective but may not cause as much weight gain. I would ask your doctor to recommend a new one.
669696
Since most diet pills are unnatural, they unnaturally boost your metabolism or prevent fat absorption from within.  Unless you plan on taking diet pills for the rest of your life, it could end up a disaster once you achieve your ideal weight.  Your body may become dependent on these pills and go coo coo after you stop taking them, causing you to gain more than you loss.  It just contributes to the yo-yo dieting routine.  If you follow the daily food pyramid you shouldn't have to pop in any pills except daily vitamin supplements or a Tylenol or two for the minor soreness you get from just starting to work out. Good luck.
863427
Most of them don't really make you gain weight. Avoid the Depo shot if you're really worried about it, and go for the pills instead, because those have shown lower incidence of weight gain. But with most of them you really don't need to worry about it. It's one of those things that people blow out of proportion a lot.
455888
Yes, I had severe hormonal problems from being on the pill.  Everyone's tolerance is different, and my body just couldn't handle the imbalance hormonal birth control creates.  It took over 3 years for my body to regulate itself after I stopped taking birth control pills.
507145
Yes I have.  I have seen no difference..........BUT...... I joined a gym for the exercise and watch my food intake.  I have lost 76 lbs in a yr and half.  No pill can do that.  Stay with the natural...no meds!