How Does Menopause Affect Metabolism And Weight Gain?

The mystery of menopausal weight gain frustrates countless women who haven't changed their diet or exercise routines yet watch the numbers climb on their scales. This eye-opening conversation with licensed nutritionist Catina Wilson finally explains why—and more importantly, what to do about it.

When estrogen levels decline during menopause, it triggers a fundamental shift in how women's bodies distribute fat. That hormone once directed fat storage to hips and thighs (supporting potential pregnancy), but its decrease means fat now accumulates around the waist instead. This visceral fat isn't just cosmetically frustrating—it's metabolically active and linked to increased health risks. Combined with the natural slowing of metabolism that comes with age, menopausal women face what Catina calls "a double whammy" effect.

The solution might surprise you. While many women double down on cardio workouts during this life stage, strength training actually becomes far more critical. Muscle tissue burns calories constantly (even during sleep), while cardio only burns calories during the activity itself. Building and maintaining muscle through regular strength training, along with consuming protein at every meal, helps counteract the metabolic slowdown.

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