In 1957, though, another car many claim as the first true muscle car was introduced: the American Motors Rambler Rebel. It was a relatively compact car for the time with a power output of 255 horses and was one of the first production vehicles to feature unibody construction.
How Do Hormones Affect Weight Gain? If you have been experiencing weight gain, the cause could be attributed to hormonal imbalances in the body. Hormonal imbalances lead to increased risk of weight gain and reduced rate of healthy weight loss. On the other hand, when our hormone levels are balanced, the body tends to be in a balanced state of what is called âhomeostasisâ (equilibrium).
Causes of hormonal imbalance. Hormone problems are quite common, advises Dr. Brad Douglas, OB-GYN and expert on JustAnswer. While age is the cause of some of these challenges (think: menopause), your menstrual cycle, thyroid issues and diabetes can also be the issue. Even more commonly, medication such as birth control pills can also throw off your body's chemistry. In addition, pregnancy frequently causes a shift in your hormonal balance.