Does increase in bone density cause weight gain?

Don't worry about the scale showing a slight increase if you are lifting weights to improve bone density. If you want to be sure, book a basic DEXA scan through a local diagnostic lab when they run discount offers. It is a cost-effective way to track your actual bone health without guessing.

Haha, I wish I could blame my weight gain on my bones being 'too dense' instead of the midnight parathas I eat because I can't sleep! Honestly, bone weight is a very tiny fraction of your body weight, so don't worry about it.

At my age, having denser bones is actually a blessing so we don't break anything when we trip! Even if it adds half a kilo to the scale, it is much better than having weak, brittle bones. Embrace the strong bones and don't fret over the minor weight change.

Focusing on bone health is excellent, but make sure any calcium or vitamin supplements you take don't come in sugary syrup forms. A healthy, low-sugar diet alongside strength exercises will improve your bone density without causing unhealthy fat gain.

I went through heavy strength training and calcium therapy to recover from osteopenia. My overall weight went up slightly, but my doctor confirmed it was mostly muscle gain and improved bone mass, which is a great sign of recovery. You are actually getting healthier, not fat.