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Find out why belly fat is more common after menopause, the danger it poses and what to do about it. An expanding waistline is sometimes considered a price of getting older. For women, this can be especially true as body fat tends to shift to the abdomen after menopause.
As estrogen levels fluctuate in perimenopause, that signal weakens and fat deposition shifts to the abdomen. This midsection weight (aka meno belly fat) is different because it contains visceral fat, which is fat that accumulates deep within the abdominal cavity.
Menopause belly is weight gain in the midsection due to hormonal changes. But MDs have advice for treating and preventing it in perimenopause and menopause.
To lose menopause belly weight and keep it off, you’ll need to lower your caloric intake, increase the calories you burn, or both. During menopause, focus on increasing your intake of plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains.
High fat, sugar, and salt consumption are linked to excess weight gain during menopause. A diet high in fiber and antioxidants can help decrease the oxidative stress your body experiences...
The hormonal changes of menopause tend to make it more likely that women will gain weight around the abdomen, rather than the hips and thighs. But hormonal changes alone don't necessarily cause the weight gain. Instead, it's usually related to aging, as well as lifestyle and genetic factors.
Menopausal weight gain impacts 60-70% women. Hormonal changes cause a redistribution of abdominal fat. A dietitian shares diet tips to reduce belly fat.
Hormone changes and a slowing metabolism can lead to weight gain during menopause, particularly around your belly. Diet and exercise can help.
Can hormone therapy minimize weight gain during menopause? Gynecologist Monica Christmas, MD, addresses this hot topic and shares other advice on how to deal with menopausal belly fat, and how to eat and exercise during middle age.
And belly fat isn’t just annoying — it’s also unhealthy. A study published in the journal Menopause found that menopausal weight accumulation around the middle — even if you haven’t gained...