Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can lead to moderate weight loss in some people. The amount of weight loss varies greatly and depends on several factors:
- Type of hormones used: Certain hormones tend to promote more weight loss than others. For example, testosterone therapy often leads to faster fat loss compared to estrogen therapy alone.
- Diet and exercise: Making healthy lifestyle changes in conjunction with HRT can accelerate weight loss results. Following a reduced-calorie diet and exercising regularly enhances fat burning from hormones.
- Initial weight and body composition: People who start HRT with more weight or higher body fat tend to lose more weight than leaner individuals. Those with more weight to lose see faster initial results.
- Consistency with treatment: Remaining consistent with HRT is key for ongoing fat loss. Missed doses or stopping treatment may lead to weight regain.
Typical Weight Loss Results
- 1st month: 0 to 8 lbs
- 3 months: 8 to 15 lbs
- 6 months: 15 to 25 lbs
- 12 months: 25 lbs
The most dramatic weight loss tends to occur in the first 6 months of HRT. However, some individuals continue shedding excess fat for a year or longer.
Factors That Impact Weight Loss
Factors that affect how much and how fast you lose weight with HRT:
- Age - Younger people tend to lose faster than older people
- Diet - Low-calorie, high protein diets enhance weight loss
- Exercise - Strength training and cardio helps burn fat
- Sleep - Getting enough sleep optimizes weight loss hormones
- Stress - Controlling stress balances metabolic hormones
- Medications - Other meds can inhibit weight loss
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