Commonly, women will gain weight during menopause, even if their calorie intake is very less. Menopause is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a woman stops ovulating and her monthly period (menstruation) ends. During the menopause period, women will change their shape, especially around the waist and abdomen. Here we are discussing how to deal with the weight gain due to menopause.
Body changes at menopause
A shift in hormone levels, particularly a drop in the estrogen level, results in body fat distribution. Apart from this, factors that may contribute to weight gain after menopause include:
- age
- reduced physical activity and loss of muscle mass
- number of children
- family history of obesity
- use of antidepressant or antipsychotic medications
- chemotherapy
- lowered metabolic rate
- altered lifestyle – for example, eating out more.
How risky is weight gain after menopause?
Menopause weight gain can increase the risk of having many issues, such as breathing problems, heart and blood vessel disease, and type 2 diabetes. Overweight can also increase your risk of various types of cancer, including breast, colon, and endometrial cancers. Along with these, your body will undergo the following changes during menopause:
- skin changes, such as dryness and loss of elasticity
- vaginal dryness
- hair growth (or loss).
- These changes can create a serious toll on a woman’s body image and self-esteem and increase her risk of depression and sexual difficulties.
How to fight weight gain?
The only way to fight menopause weight gain is to make healthy lifestyle changes and do regular exercise. The following are some tips to control your weight gain during menopause.
- Eat less and move more
- Keep a check on your sweet tooth
- Limit alcohol
- Reduce the stress level
- Check your medications
- Get proper sleep
- Seek expert medical advice
It would help if you kept in mind that permanent changes in lifestyle, diet, and exercise habits are essential to lose weight.
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