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Why weight can increase and decrease every day, when should I ask a doctor?

During the process of tracking weight, many people wonder: why does the number of kilograms fluctuate every day?

Báo Thanh niênBáo Thanh niên07/12/2025

RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan, a physical therapist in the US, said that it is normal for weight to fluctuate between 0.25-1.5 kg per day. There are many factors that explain this phenomenon.

In fact, weight fluctuations are completely normal and can be explained by biological factors and daily habits.

Food intake, water intake, hormones and digestive factors all affect the number on the scale, according to the health site Health .

Weighing time

The timing of your weight can make a difference. Body weight fluctuates naturally throughout the day due to food and water intake, digestion, and sweat.

Weighing yourself at the same time each day helps reduce fluctuations. This means getting into the habit of weighing yourself in the morning after using the bathroom and before breakfast.

Tại sao cân nặng có thể tăng giảm mỗi ngày, khi nào cần hỏi bác sĩ? - Ảnh 1.

Timing of weighing can make a difference

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Food

What you eat during the day can cause short-term weight fluctuations. Foods high in carbohydrates or salt cause your body to retain water and temporarily gain weight.

These changes only add temporary mass to the body until the food is digested and excreted. They do not reflect actual changes in body fat.

Hydration level

Water makes up 45-75% of body mass, so hydration levels greatly influence short-term weight fluctuations.

Some people may become dehydrated due to excessive sweating or not drinking enough water, leading to lower weight.

Conversely, consuming too much salt or exercising too little can cause your body to retain water and gain weight temporarily. In this case, the weight change is due to water in the body, not body fat.

Hormonal influences

Hormonal changes affect water retention, appetite, and metabolism. During the menstrual cycle, fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone cause temporary water and sodium retention, leading to temporary weight gain.

Stress hormones like cortisol also affect eating habits and the amount of water your body retains. This can cause small changes in fat mass, which can affect your daily weight.

Digestive activity

The number of times you go to the bathroom each day also affects your weight. An average of about 1.2 times a day in 24 hours is considered normal.

Constipation or infrequent bowel movements can cause temporary weight gain due to stool and water retention. Looser stools can lead to temporary weight loss.

Small daily fluctuations in weight are normal and rarely reflect changes in body fat. Food, water, hormones, and other factors all influence weight. However, if you notice rapid, unusual weight changes, sudden gains or losses, you should consult your doctor to rule out underlying medical problems.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/tai-sao-can-nang-co-the-tang-giam-moi-ngay-khi-nao-can-hoi-bac-si-18525120710153328.htm


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