Is fast metabolism really a thing?

Question

Hi, I’m an underweight , around 88 pounds and 5’7. But I have always been skinny. I eat a lot and recently joined a gym. I have been told that a fast metabolism isn’t a “thing” and I can’t be burning calories faster than others. I counted calories in a log for a few days and most days I ate 1800, sometimes a lot more. If a fast metabolism isn’t a thing, then when don’t I gain weight? I am not over estimating how much I eat!

Answer

get to a doctor!!!!

Answer

You need to see a doctor.  88 lbs is extremely underweight and 1800 calories is not nearly enough if you want to gain. 1800 may be your minimum for regular body functions if you want to gain you need to significantly increase calories

Answer

It could be hyperthyroidism, when things seem odd, sometimes they are. Sure, there are people who have impressive metabolisms, but it can also be a sign of a medical problem. A standard blood test should drum up results either way, nows a good time to start focusing on your health by booking an appointment with a family doctor.

Is fast metabolism really a thing?

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