anxiety and stress
"At first I lost a little weight probably from the nausea in the beginning.  Yes, It did seem to help my anxiety.  But, as time went on I steadily gained 20lbs in the 9 months I was on this.  I was always a healthy weight for my height.  Now I am chunky.  I tapered off slowly with my doctor's help.  I've been off sertraline for 3 months.  I have exercised daily, 30-45 min runs 5-7 days a week, I have upped my protein and cut calories, my weight has not budged.  There is no doubt in my mind that this AD destroyed my metabolism.  I'm not giving up and will continue to diet and exercise. I would never recommend this ssri to anyone unless they are fine with getting fat.  I wish my dr had advised me of this. :("