These are the most common causes of sudden weight gain When it's not obvious why you've added pounds, here's what might be going on. Share Updated: 7:42 AM PST Feb 24, 2021 Melissa Matthews These are the most common causes of sudden weight gain When it's not obvious why you've added pounds, here's what might be going on. Share Updated: 7:42 AM PST Feb 24, 2021 Hide Transcript Show Transcript If you feel like you've gained a few lbs during quarantine, it's okay. You're not the only one to start to shed those pounds. There are a few simple things you can incorporate into your daily life. The easiest step. Make sure you're staying hydrated, Health Line says. Soda, sweet tea and sports drinks don't count, since they have added sugar. If you stick to good old water, maybe with a little lemon in it, it can help you lose weight. Health line points toe one study where overweight adults who drank 16.9 ounces of water before breakfast ate fewer calories at that meal. Eat more fiber eating well dot com suggests. That's because the outlet says adding fiber to your diet has been linked to weight loss. It also keeps you fuller longer. If you don't feel comfortable going to a gym, that doesn't mean you can't get moving. You could even simply do push ups, Jump rope or walk around your neighborhood. Whatever you do, make it part of your routine. Make sure to cut back on sugar and refined carbs. Stick to whole grain breads and pastas, fruits, nuts and seeds, the outlet adds. Consider eating protein like eggs for breakfast.