Reasons Why We Lose Weight Suddenly

There are probably about two thousand two hundred and forty, or so, reasons for sudden weight loss, it can be as simple as appetite loss or a poor diet, or it can also be substance-related (think of people taking drugs and drinking alcohol excessively), a probability of mental health disorder can also be considered, and it can also be an indication of possible digestive conditions or other severe medical conditions like diabetes or cancer.

Let's zero-in on some specifics. Some of the most common and simple reasons for sudden weight loss include:

1. Dieting, poor diet and starvation
2. Food phobia, faddism and intolerance
3. Not eating enough due to difficulty in feeding and aging (in case of the elderly)
4. Loss of appetite or denture difficulties (like when someone just had his braces or dentures on)
5. Physical or athletic training that requires rigorous physical activities
6. Mental health disorders such as depression, grief, anxiety, anorexia or other eating disorder can also cause your weight to decrease.
7. Sudden weight loss can also be due to abuse in alcohol and drugs or use of amphetamine which is an appetite suppressor.
8. Weight loss can also be a sign of some serious digestive problems including digestive disorder, stomach ulcer, inflammatory bowel movement, parasite infestations or a chronic liver disease.
9. Losing weight rapidly can also be an alarm of a more serious medical condition, some of which worthy to note are:
   
   
   1. Some liver disorders or gastrointestinal diseases
   2. Certain infections or chronic infections
   3. Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease
   4. HIV and AIDS
   5. Diabetes
   6. Tuberculosis or chronic lung infections
   7. Stomach, liver or gallbladder cancer – in case of rapid and sudden weight loss.

It is best to consult with your medical practitioner if you notice sudden unexplained weight loss to always be on the safe side.