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The good news is that there are ways to help minimize weight gain and other symptoms during menopause. Christmas explains below what those things are and answers commonly asked questions about menopause-related belly fat, hormone therapy and the best way to eat and exercise during menopause.
There's no magic formula for preventing — or reversing — menopause weight gain. But sticking to weight-control basics can help: Move more. Physical activity, including aerobic exercise and strength training, may help you lose extra pounds and stay at a healthy weight.
Hormone changes and a slowing metabolism can lead to weight gain during menopause, particularly around your belly. But weight gain isn’t inevitable. Check out these tips for maintaining your ...
Why Does Menopause Cause Weight Gain? 1. Hormonal Changes. Estrogen plays a key role in regulating metabolism and fat distribution. During perimenopause and menopause, estrogen levels drop, which can encourage your body to store more fat, especially around the abdomen. Lower estrogen also slows down calorie burn.
Menopause can be a challenging time for people trying to control their weight. Hormonal changes, aging, and even sleep disturbances can all conspire to make weight creep on. Weight gain brings with it risks of diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
WebMD explains why women in menopause may gain weight and what to do to prevent or combat those extra pounds.
Your metabolism slows down as hormone levels decrease. But it’s not impossible to lose weight after menopause. Stick to what works: Healthy food, exercise, and more.
As a woman approaches menopause, her reproductive hormones, like oestrogen, decrease. While most women reach menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, the average age in Australia is between 51 and 52. 1. Menopause is considered a high-risk stage for weight gain in a woman’s life, but contrary to popular belief, this weight gain is primarily ...
Menopause weight gain and why you should stop dieting. Many factors can promote weight gain during menopause. Among these are changes to your body shape, your gut microbiome, and the way you metabolize fat and sugar. Other factors are reduced exercise and sleep quality.
Hormonal changes and weight gain may continue to occur as women leave perimenopause and enter menopause. One predictor of weight gain may be the age at which menopause occurs.