Belly fat becomes more and more of a problem with age, as decreased hormones redirect fat cells to the midsection of the body.
These changes, which mean a decrease in estrogen, are most noticeable in women as they approach menopause, when menstruation stops.
Although your overall weight is unlikely to change, some people may find that weight in their thighs and hips shifts toward their abdomen. Fortunately, you can solve this problem by choosing the right type of exercise, diet, and supplements.
As Manisha Morgan, a menopause expert and nutritionist, explained on TikTok: Symptoms are the cause of weight gain.
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“You have to change what you eat and how much you eat,” Manisha explained. “And the types of exercises you do to accommodate the changes that occur at this time in your life.
“[The] The vast majority of women never grow out of the life they lived in their 20s and 30s.
“So what can we do? First we have to control the symptoms, because that’s one of the things we can control.”
Manisha insisted that the solution is to take supplements, adjust your diet properly and prioritize strength training.
She continued: She said, “I promise you that making small changes to what I just mentioned will have a big impact.
“You don’t have to go from zero to 100. […] Trying to get even one percent better can make a huge difference. ”
Although there is limited evidence that supplements ease menopausal symptoms, they may provide some respite by balancing hormones.
On the other hand, dietary changes should include increasing protein intake to satisfy hunger and maintain muscle mass.
Zoe Cottrell, registered dietitian and co-founder of Provytl, reiterated the importance of protein for menopausal women in a conversation with GB News.
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“The secret to avoiding weight gain during and after menopause is to increase your protein intake,” the experts explain.
“Low protein intake is associated with frailty in both men and women over the age of 50, but women experiencing menopause experience a double whammy.”
Finally, strength training during menopause is key to maintaining muscle mass.
Research shows that muscle protein synthesis, where the body rebuilds and repairs muscle tissue from amino acids, slows as we age. Addressing these factors may support long-term healthy weight loss.
