What do we really know about what causes obesity in women as they approach and then enter menopause?

Your Menopause Question: What do we really know about what causes obesity in women as they approach and then enter menopause?

In my women’s group, much of our conversation is about weight gain. All my doctors tell me that in order to lose weight, I need to change my diet and get rid of carbs. Isn’t exercise part it?

Your Menopause Question: In my women’s group, most of us are going through menopause, and much of our conversation is about weight gain. All my doctors tell me that in order to lose weight, I need to change my diet and get rid of carbohydrates. I walk my dog each day. Isn’t exercise part of the discussion?

My doctor always cautions me about my cholesterol, but triglycerides are on the list in my medical record. Can you explain what they do?

Your Menopause Question: My doctor always cautions me about my cholesterol. Occasionally, we even get into a discussion about low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), but triglycerides are on the list in my medical record. Can you explain what they do?

I have read that the communication between our intestine and our brain is why we gain weight in menopause. Can you explain?

Your Menopause Question: I have read that the communication between our intestine and our brain is why we gain weight in menopause. Can you explain?

I am 48 years old and suddenly gaining weight around my midsection. My doctor mentioned “metabolic syndrome” and its health risks. What is that?

Question: I am 48 years old and suddenly gaining weight around my midsection. My doctor mentioned “metabolic syndrome” and its health risks. What is that?