Weight gain

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Weight gain is an increase in body weight. It is generally caused by the intake of excess calories, little exercise, or may be caused by a medical condition or as a side effect of some medical treatments. One exception is bodybuilding, in which muscle size is increased through strength training.

[edit] Symptoms

• A noticeably larger, rounder stomach
• Increase in body fat percentage
• Increase in muscle mass
• Increase in body hydration levels
• Increase in breast size

[edit] External links

• How to Gain Weight
• Weight Gain - Symptoms and Signs