Weight

Managing weight during menopause may involve adopting a balanced diet, regular exercise, stress management techniques, and consulting a healthcare provider for personalized guidance.

Menopause and perimenopause can significantly impact weight, with many women experiencing weight gain or changes in body composition. These changes are primarily due to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in oestrogen and progesterone levels. As oestrogen decreases, the body tends to store more fat, particularly around the abdomen, which can lead to an increase in belly fat. Additionally, metabolism slows down with age, making it harder to burn calories, which can also contribute to weight gain. Other factors, such as changes in physical activity levels, stress, and sleep disturbances, can also influence weight during these life stages.

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Browse Our Menopause Symptom Guides Based On Weight and Menopause

Bloating And Gas

Struggling with bloating in menopause? Learn the causes, triggers, and relief strategies that work in real life, not just on paper.

Irritability

Discover why irritability hits during menopause, the hidden causes behind mood shifts, and the proven strategies that help you feel balanced again.

Loss of Confidence in Menopause

Struggling with confidence in menopause? Discover why self-esteem dips, the hidden triggers behind it, and proven steps to feel strong again.

Low Mood

Struggling with low mood in menopause? Discover why it happens, how to spot the signs, and proven ways to feel lighter and more like yourself.

Panic Attacks

Understand hormonal triggers, symptoms, and explore practical strategies to reduce panic and regain emotional balance during menopause.

Reflux & Indigestion

Reflux and indigestion are common symptoms during menopause, caused by hormonal changes, particularly the decline in oestrogen and progesterone.

Skin Splitting or Tearing

Skin splitting or tearing during menopause is a common issue due to hormonal changes which affects skin hydration, elasticity, and thickness.

Stress Urinary Incontinence

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) during menopause is a common condition especially during activities that put pressure on the bladder, like coughing, sneezing, or exercising.

Tearfulness

Learn how hormonal changes can affect emotions and find effective strategies to manage increased sensitivity during menopause.

Night Sweats

Waking drenched at 3 am? Discover what really causes menopause night sweats and the proven ways to finally sleep comfortably again.

Menopause Fatigue

Feeling drained no matter how much you rest? Discover why menopause causes fatigue and the proven steps to regain balance and energy.

Weight Gain

Weight gain during menopause is common and primarily caused by hormonal changes, particularly the decline in oestrogen, which slows metabolism.

Painful Episiotomy Scar

An old episiotomy scar causing new pain? Learn how hormonal changes affect scar tissue and the proven ways to ease discomfort in menopause.