Gaining weight at the menopause is a common issue for many women
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Gaining weight at the menopause is a common issue for many women. Some women find that they can’t lose weight as easily as they used to, while others may notice their body shape changes as they get older. But fortunately, there are some simple steps women can take to try to lose weight and keep it off.
In the Spring 2018 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, Angie Jefferson, registered dietitian, discusses weight management at the menopause, offering simple tips, practical advice and self-help measures. She looks at weight loss strategies, healthy eating and the role of meal replacements and other diets for long-term weight management.
“Many women seem to worry about their weight at the menopause,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The Menopause Exchange. “They often notice the extra pounds settling around their waist, which can put their overall health at risk. Sometimes the same weight loss methods they’ve been using successfully for years stop working, often due to their fluctuating hormone levels.”
The Menopause Exchange, which was established in 1999, is completely independent and is not sponsored by any companies. It provides impartial, easily understood information to women, healthcare professionals and others responsible for the wellbeing of employees. The Menopause Exchange quarterly newsletter contains articles written by top medical experts, such as gynaecologists, GPs, consultants, specialist menopause nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, complementary practitioners and a specialist counsellor etc.
