Menopause and Belly Fat

Menopause does not cause weight gain, but the hormonal changes that it brings changes the way that fat is
distributed in the body, leading to more belly fat.

Absolute weight gain is determined by non-hormonal factors, rather than the menopause itself, found a study by
the International Menopause Society.

The way fat is deposited changes at the menopause, which is due to the drop in estrogen levels.

Whether women gain weight at midlife or not, after the menopause, women experience a shift in their fat stores to their abdomen.

This means women need to do exercise to keep their midsection toned when they are about to hit menopause.

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Hindustan Times-Wellness