Why do I look big but weigh so little?

Muscle is denser than fat, and as it is more compact within your body, as you gain muscle mass, you end up looking thinner, no matter your physical weight. So, if you've been doing a lot of strength training lately, it's likely this is the reason that you're looking fantastic but not dropping those numbers.
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Why do I weigh the same but look bigger?

Since dense muscle tissue takes up less space than fat, it's possible you may weigh the same (or even more) yet appear slimmer than another person with the same weight, a similar height and frame because of the difference in your body composition.”
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Why do I weigh little?

Low body weight is due to a variety of causes, including: Genetics. If you've been thin since high school and it runs in your family, it's likely that you were born with a higher-than-usual metabolism. You also may have a naturally small appetite.
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What weight is considered skinny?

Women with a BMI of less than 18.5 are considered underweight. The average woman's height is 5 feet, 4 inches. If you weigh 107 pounds or less at this height, you are considered underweight with a BMI of 18.4. A healthy weight range for that woman would be 108 to 145 pounds.
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Is your true weight in the morning?

For the most accurate weight, weigh yourself first thing in the morning. “[Weighing yourself in the morning is most effective] because you've had adequate time to digest and process food (your 'overnight fast').
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How can u tell if ur fat?

A BMI number is designed to give you an idea of how much body fat you have as a ratio of your weight to height. It's measured by taking your weight in kilograms and dividing it by your height in meters squared. A reading at or over 30 means you're obese. A reading at or over 40 is severe obesity.
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What time of day is best to weigh yourself?

The thing that's most important when it comes to weighing yourself, either weekly or daily, is at what time. Most researchers agree that it's best to weigh yourself first thing in the morning. That way, you're more likely to make it a habit and be consistent with it.
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Why is my face fat but I'm skinny?

Often, extra fat in your face is the result of excess body fat. Losing weight can contribute to fat loss and help slim down your body and face. Cardio, or aerobic exercise, is any type of physical activity that increases your heart rate.
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What foods cause face fat?

In most cases, gaining fat around the face is a result of gaining excess fat around the rest of the body.
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Examples of refined carbohydrate foods include:
  • pasta.
  • white rice.
  • white bread.
  • sucrose.
  • syrups and frostings.
  • most breakfast cereals.
  • reduced-fat products.
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Why is my face getting fatter but not my body?

Facial fat is caused by weight gain. The reason behind excess face fat is poor diet, lack of exercise, aging, or genetic conditions. Fat is usually more visible in the cheeks, jowls, under the chin, and neck. Facial fat tends to be more noticeable in people with rounded, less-pronounced facial features.
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Which face shape ages the best?

Round faces tend to age very well compared to other face shapes due to the fact they store a lot of fat in the cheek area. This can keep you looking younger for longer than those who lose fat quicker.
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Should I weigh myself after I poop?

Depending how much you go, that visit to the ladies' room can add up to half a pound a day—hence the reason you feel so much lighter after you poop. If you're the type of person who takes care of business first thing in the morning, weigh yourself right after you go.
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Why do I weigh more after I poop?

If you were to weigh yourself before and after pooping, the weight change on the scale would reflect the weight of the stool, which also contains protein, undigested fat, bacteria, and undigested food residues. Of course (and unfortunately), this doesn't mean you've lost weight.
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Should I pee before I weigh myself?

? Here's the best way to weigh yourself…

Grab your scale first thing in the morning — after you've peed, but before you've had a bite to eat. Put the scale on a hard, flat surface. Bathroom floors work best.
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How do I know if I'm bloated or just fat?

How to Tell the Difference Between Belly Bloating Vs. Excess Fat and Skin?
  1. Bloating Is Localized While Belly Fat Is Widespread. ...
  2. Bloating Is Tight While Belly Fat Is Spongy. ...
  3. Bloating Keeps Fluctuating While Belly Fat Is Constant. ...
  4. Bloating Is Painful While Belly Fat Is Painless.
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Is it better to be fat or skinny?

I have always believed that a good, healthy body can come in many shapes and sizes.” Fat, fit people tend to be better off healthwise than thin people who are unfit, Gaesser said, suggesting that being fit is far more important than being thin.
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What size is considered thick?

Fat is when you have that extra skin that hangs everywhere and that big gut and are untoned.” “thick is sizes 12-18 I think personally it looks better on minorities..i think it would look good on white women but they have such a big issue with what size they are…
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Does drinking water help you lose weight?

Water can be really helpful for weight loss. It is 100% calorie-free, helps you burn more calories and may even suppress your appetite if consumed before meals. The benefits are even greater when you replace sugary beverages with water.
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Why you should not weigh yourself everyday?

Our weight fluctuates somewhat from day-to-day, and daily weighing can lead to discouragement and potential diet sabotage if you see a higher number on the scale than you saw the day before. Most diet experts believe that a once-weekly or even monthly weigh-in is a more accurate reflection of weight control progress.
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Why do I weigh 5 pounds less in the morning?

Most significantly, your body is dehydrated because you haven't been consuming any liquids for several hours. So in the morning, you're carrying about 3-5 pounds less water weight than you are in the afternoon. So this really is the primary reason you weigh less in the morning.
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Why do you weigh less after a shower?

You're weighing yourself after you shower.

Keith Kantor, a leading nutritionist and CEO of the Nutritional Addiction Mitigation Eating and Drinking (NAMED) program. “After a swim or a shower, your body can absorb 1 to 3 cups of water, increasing your true weight by a few pounds.”
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Do u lose weight when u sleep?

Summary. People do lose weight during sleep. However, this is mostly due to water loss through breathing and sweating. While individuals do not burn much fat during sleep, sleep is a fundamental component of well-being, and a lack of it can make maintaining a moderate weight more difficult.
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Where does fat go when you lose weight?

During weight loss, fat cells shrink in size as their contents are used for energy, though their numbers remain unchanged. Byproducts of fat loss include carbon dioxide and water, which are disposed of through breathing, urination, and sweating.
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What is the rarest face shape?

Diamond. The diamond shaped face is the rarest of face shapes, and is defined by a narrow forehead, wide cheekbones and a narrow chin. Diamond shaped faces are usually narrower at the eye line and jaw line, with high and often dramatic cheekbones.
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What makes a youthful face?

Youthful skin is soft, supple, smooth, well hydrated, and rich with cells that renew relatively rapidly. As we age, we experience a loss of facial glands, which results in less oil produced, contributing to less moisture in the skin.
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