Easy weight loss in menopause

 

Although many women tend  to  gain weight during and after the menopause it is not inevitable and can be halted or reversed by a sensible healthy diet and regular exercise.  Try some of the following tips to help you lose weight and be happier.

 

 

Loss of muscle mass can lead to weight gain.  According to research women lose 1/3 of a pound of muscle after their mid 30’s.  Lost muscle is unfortunately replaced by fat tissue so it is important that light strength or resistance training is included in your exercise regime on a regular basis to prevent muscle loss.

 

 

If you are trying to lose weight a very low calorie diet may do you more harm than good.  A diet with a daily calorie intake of less than 1300 calories will slow down your metabolism making it more difficult to lose weight as the body will store more of the calories it takes in as fat.

 

 

Getting stress under control can help to halt weight gain.  When we are stressed our bodies release a chemical called cortisol which has been associated with abdominal weight gain.  Ensure you try to stay relaxed by learning to meditate , taking up yoga or by having a long hot bath with gorgeous smelling oils, groups of candles around the bathroom and your favourite soft music in the background, turn off the phone and ignore the doorbell, make sure that your family members respect that “your” time is precious!

 

 

If you are someone who enjoys a drink or two to unwind, try cutting back on high calorie alcoholic drinks. Usually dry white wine with soda or white spirits ie gin or white rum do the least damage, especially when mixed with low-calorie diet mixers and some ice and lemon into a nice long drink. The journal Menopause found a strong link between alcohol consumption and weight gain during and after the menopause.  It is recommended that you reduce alcohol consumption by at least 50%.

 

 

Try to concentrate on having a healthy diet that is rich in nutrient dense foods that fill you up fast.  You should be eating more wholegrain foods such as brown bread, pasta and rice as well as eating lots of fruit and vegetables.  Make sure that your diet includes a regular source of lean protein such as chicken, turkey or fish, and introduce some green tea as a way of boosting your metabolic rate.  More Importantly than that, leave your details in the box below and get instant access your Free Copy of my ”Essential weightloss in Menopause” Guide, You could be diet-free and the right weight for you ......ALWAYS!

 

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