Body Type - How it Can Be Related to Your Health

Although calories and specific foods can play a major role in weight they are not the only contributing factors, read below to see what else can lead to weight gain.

Many people mistakenly think you can lose weight by just eating fewer calories or exercising more. If only it was that simple! Your body has 6 fat burning hormones and 3 fat storing hormones. Diet and exercise DON’T actually burn fat, they trigger your organs and glands to release hormones that burn fat. This is why some people regardless of their diet and exercise habits gain weight, while others do nothing at all and have the kind of body you dream of. For various reasons, your organs and glands may have become weak or damaged and your body will secrete less fat burning hormones. As a result, there are 4 distinct body types and each type has its unique look and set of symptoms. Over time, as that specific organ and hormone system spiral out of balance, your symptoms can worsen.

The Adrenal Body Type

The adrenal glands are little glands that sit on top of your kidneys and are responsible for the “fight or flight” response. When the adrenal glands are over stimulated they get out of balance and affect your sleep-wake cycle. It often feels as if it is hard to turn off your thoughts and you find it difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep despite the fact during the day you feel exhausted.
The adrenal glands are responsible for the release of a stress hormone called cortisol. When the levels of this hormone are elevated, research has shown it can cause weight gain in the midsection, leading to belly fat.

Swelling and rounding of the face, puffy eyes, very dark circles and a double chin can develop because of adrenal dysfunction. The Adrenal Body type can also result in facial hair and swelling of the ankles. It is common if you suffer from the Adrenal Body type to suffer from anxiety and feelings of severe exhaustion. It is also common for the Adrenal body type to rely on caffeine and sweets to get through the day, especially in the afternoon. Once the Adrenals become exhausted you will start having difficulty waking up, concentrating or even remembering simple tasks.

The Liver Body Type

The Liver Body type may suffer from blood sugar issues (like diabetes or insulin resistance), high blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol levels. You may also begin to suffer from the accumulation of toxins. These toxins can seep into your joint capsules causing painful joints (arthritis). These toxins can also cause you to suffer from allergies, skin problems, hives and bad body odor. Toxic accumulation can also lead to poor memory, headaches or migraines, and you will often wake up an hour or two before your alarm clock goes off. When you are a Liver Body type, you crave fatty foods, fried foods, and alcohol but feel worse after having them. You may suffer from hemorrhoids, feel the sensation of fullness after eating and burp after meals.

The Thyroid Body Type

It makes hormones that regulate your rate of metabolism. If you are a “Thyroid Body” type, you may notice that you mysteriously gain weight all over your body even though nothing has changed in your life. With the Thyroid Body you can develop sagging skin under the arms, chin or midsection and experience hair loss, especially the outer third of the eyebrows.

When the thyroid isn’t functioning well your body starts to feel cold, especially the hands and feet. In an effort to
stay warm you are always wearing extra clothes and even socks to bed. When the thyroid is at fault, your energy levels drop and your legs and arms can start to feel heavy. Many times, if you suffer from thyroid problems, you are more prone to suffer from depression. In an effort to improve your mood and increase your energy you will crave carbohydrates like breads, pastas, crackers, juice, and so on. Unfortunately, eating these foods can make the problem worse.

The Ovary Body Type

When the ovaries are to blame for your problems you will notice signs of hormonal imbalance which include: PMS (premenstrual syndrome), irregular menstrual cycles, early menopause, excessive or absent menstrual cycles and occasional constipation. The Ovary Body type often craves chocolate or dairy products. If you are menopausal, an ovary malfunction can lead to hot flashes and night sweats. You will start to develop “saddlebags” or a “pear” shaped lower half.

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