Obesity may be caused by:

• Hypothyroidism
• Genetics
• Poor diet
• Lack of exercise
• Poor lifestyle habits
• Medication side effects – certain medications cause weight gain as a side effect, in particular antidepressants and mood stabilizers
• Mental illness – binge eating disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression
• Smoking
• Psychological factors: Emotional eating
• Cushing's Syndrome
• Heavy Metal Toxicity

Additional Information about Obesity

1. Obesity Overview
2. Common symptoms of obesity
3. Natural and alternative treatments for obesity
4. Dietary and lifestyle recommendations that may help in the treatment of obesity
5. Conventional or prescription medications used in the treatment of obesity
6. Cited Sources and Additional Reading for obesity