Jiyoung's struggle with hormone imbalance: 43kg weight gain in one year

The story of a woman experiencing rapid weight gain and deteriorating health due to hormone imbalance has been revealed. According to TV CHOSUN LIFE, Jiyoung is suffering significant physical and mental distress after gaining approximately 43kg in just one year due to hormonal changes.

Why she had to cover her mirrors: 43kg weight gain in one year

Jiyoung's weight, which was previously 39kg, has increased to 82kg. In the video, she confessed to covering the mirror in a corner of her room with a cloth because she found it difficult to face her changed appearance. She expressed frustration over her inability to lose weight despite attempting strict diets. Jiyoung showed her extreme dietary restrictions in the video, stating, "Even when I didn't eat rice and only ate fried vegetables, I couldn't lose weight truly."

The cause of this rapid weight change was a hormonal disorder. Jiyoung was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and hyperlipidemia three years ago, and her weight increased further as she faced mobility issues due to fractures from a car accident. Test results revealed a severe state of hormone imbalance, with her leptin levels—the hormone responsible for regulating appetite—reaching three times the standard level.

Physical paralysis and the cycle of disease caused by hormone imbalance

The weight gain was not merely a change in appearance but led to serious health problems. Jiyoung is experiencing paralysis symptoms, making it difficult to move her hands and feet due to blood circulation issues, and she is currently taking hormone medication, cholesterol medication, antidepressants, and neuralgia medication to manage this. Additionally, due to her family history, concerns regarding vascular health have emerged, as she shows signs of hyperlipidemia and borderline diabetes.

The video explains that hormone imbalance not only causes obesity but can also be linked to fatal diseases such as cancer. In particular, it is noted that abdominal visceral fat and hormonal obesity, which increase after the age of 40, are closely related to gynecological diseases such as breast cancer, endometrial cancer, and ovarian cancer.

The role of the 'hormone trio' that triggers obesity

The video emphasized the importance of hormone management by introducing the roles of three major hormones closely linked to obesity. The first is leptin, which is responsible for appetite control and sends signals to stop eating. The second is adiponectin, a fat-regulating hormone that sends signals to burn fat. The last is serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with carbohydrate regulation and emotional control.

When the balance of these three hormones is disrupted, weight loss becomes difficult through willpower alone, and the yo-yo effect can easily occur. The video suggests that hormone imbalance is a key factor that threatens overall bodily health beyond simple weight gain.