Menopause is a major transition that brings more than just hormonal shifts—it can impact many parts of a woman’s body and lifestyle, sometimes leading to weight gain. This isn’t just due to one factor but often a combination of changes in hormones, stress, sleep, and activity levels. Here’s a look at why weight gain can occur during peri and post-menopause and some practical things you can do about it.

I love exercise. It fills my cup. It makes me feel energised, powerful, strong and happy. Endorphins are my superpower. I’m inspired by the old ladies rocking it at my gym; all power to them and I want to be part of their tribe. I swear I’m going to die with weights in my hands.

Let's face it, ladies: the "menopause belly" is real. And it can feel like a betrayal, this burgeoning belly replacing your formerly flat (or at least flatter) midsection. 

We often find ourselves grappling with midlife challenges, feeling tired, dealing with bloating, experiencing cravings, and witnessing unexpected weight gain. In this article, I outline how changing hormones, busy lifestyles, and dietary choices play a significant role, and what you can do about it.

The 26th Australasian Menopause Congress brought together health professionals from many different disciplines to hear about the latest advances in this field. This article highlights just two of the many topics that were covered and shares a few key resources with you, which you can use as valuable tools when seeking evidence-based knowledge and support.

While research suggests that the average weight gain during menopause is around 2 - 4 kg, many women I speak to share a different story. Not only have they gained considerably more weight but their body shape has also changed significantly and it all seemed to happen overnight!

While research suggests that the average weight gain during menopause is around 2 - 4 kg, many women I speak to share a different story. Not only have they gained considerably more weight but their body shape has also changed significantly and it all seemed to happen overnight!

Everybody has some fat around their belly. How much and where you carry it is related to your genes, hormones, age and birth weight, and whether or not you’ve had children.

Are you eating the same but have noticed menopausal weight gain? Maybe you’ve reduced your serving sizes but it didn’t work. What if you could drop a dress size by eating more protein? This article helps you understand how a high protein intake in menopause can help you to fit back into your favourite clothes.

Is it really possible to relieve bothersome hot flashes by simply changing your diet? I admit, I am totally hooked on the power of nutrition, especially having experienced first-hand its potent therapeutic force. So, when I experienced my first few hot flashes and night sweats, it was no surprise I looked to food first to help ease me through this next phase of my life.

When I hit menopause, I noticed that my pants were getting tight and wanted to get on top of things before my middle blew out. Here are eight things I’ve done to trim menopause belly fat and keep my belly at bay.

Has anxiety become a big deal for you as you approach menopause? It can be challenging to find calm with a mental storm raging. Maybe you catch yourself shallow breathing, or holding your breath, or struggling with a racing mind or heart. If this is you, here are four mindfulness practices that can help you to manage anxiety during menopause.

Are you going through menopause and wondering whether medication can help with weight gain? Let’s explore the options available to help you make an informed choice.