Why does a body gain weight after death?

Its a common misconception that a body gains weight after death. Actually the body becomes a dead weight after death, its just like carrying a heavy couch. read more

Best Answer: They don't: a dead body weighs the same as its normal weight. It seems heavier because if the person is alive, they can balance and help be more convenient to carry. Rather I feel it should be light due to grave wax. read more

It doesn’t decrease until it leaks and/or the gasses escape. There is no sudden loss at the moment of death or soon after despite the stories. read more