Among so many signs and changes associated with the menopausehe weight gain It is usually full of surprises. To such an extent that a large percentage of specialized consultations point to strategies to thin.
Regarding the reasons, the immediate reaction, as indicated in a note on the Infosalus site, is to assume that the reason is the hormonal changes what happens at this stage.
The concept certainly holds great truth. But, as indicated Víctor Bravo, doctor specializing in endocrinology and nutrition“to think that it is only due to this reason is a major mistake.”
In an interview for Infosalus that was taken up by La Vanguardia, to complete this idea, he added: “Take the hormones as solely responsible for the weight gain «It can be something dangerous.»
«The menopause It does not gain weight on its own. What happens is that during this period it is much easier gain weight than during youth,» he continued. The reasons for this bodily transformation: decrease in estrogenwithout a doubt; but alsoloss of muscle mass and lower energy expenditure.
«If you eat the same as before, the result is inevitable. It is not the menopause. It is not adapting the habits to this stage of life or continue with the same bad habits as always,” Bravo concluded.
Regarding the action of these indispensable chemical messengers of the bodythe expert in endocrinology points out that they have the power to affect the weight gainespecially at points of greater fat accumulationlike the abdomenand, on the other hand, they affect the signs of satiety.
However, “staying alone with this response removes the possibility of self-control because the reality is that hormones “They influence but they don’t decide for you,” he concludes.
Beyond the fall of estrogenanother characteristic chemical factor of this stage is the insulin resistancesince the tissues lose the ability to respond to it.
The consequence is that the glucose It will remain in the blood longer. With which, the body will store more energy in the form of fat. If this is accompanied by a style of sedentary lifestyle, causes an increased risk of suffering from type 2 diabetes.
How to maintain weight during menopause
If you are looking to be in shape at this stage. Bravo shared the following items on Infosalus.
- Choose foods that increase satiety and have restricted calories. Vegetables, legumes, fruits, natural yogurt or whipped fresh cheese, eggs, fish, lean meats, potatoes and other tubers or whole grains meet this requirement.
- Do strength exercises. Here, it is not just about thin if not to prevent sarcopenia -which is the progressive loss of strength and muscle mass– and the osteoporosis -that is, the weakening of the bones.
- Avoid overly restrictive diets. Because, there is no doubt, they lead to overflow.
«What worked for you at 30 may not work for you at 55. But that doesn’t mean that nothing works. It means that you have to rethink yourself and not give up,» he concluded. Bravo.
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