Expert: Meg - 5/25/2006

Question
hi. thanks for your last email. i was just wondering why though that i would have saggy skin for all the exercise i do and what i eat? does saggy skin mean weight loss? i would also like to know how to actually lose the sag around the thighs and stomach? could you please help me? sorry to bother you again
jen

Answer
Hi Jen,

I'm glad that you emailed again and, as I said before, feel free to write anytime.

In terms of saggy skin, the usual cause for this is weight loss that is too rapid.  Generally, your body will even itself out eventually and the sagginess will go  away.

It is possible, if you have lost a large amount of weight (for example going from 300 pounds to 100 pounds) that you might elect to get cosmetic surgury to remove the excess skin.  However, I highly doubt that this is the case in your situation and would suggest that you continue to try to eat healthfully and exercise in moderation.

Also, if your body is not getting the nutrients it needs, you will not have any muscle tone despite all of your exercising and your body can have loose skin despite your workouts.

I hope this helps some and again, please take care and feel free to write again if there is anything else I can answer.

Best,
Meg