weight gain

Hi 4timemommy,

It sounds like you certainly have your hands full, besides having to deal with the recovery issues from a total hysterectomy.  The weight gain you mention, around the mid-body, is common to all of us as our hormones get out of balance, our metabolism slows down, and our bodies begin to redistribute body fat to just where we don't want it:  around the middle.  If you haven't read my posting on weight gain, you might find some helpful information there.  This is an issue I deal with everyday with patients, besides my own menopausal body, so I know how frustrating it can be.  But I also can assure you it's possible to reverse the trend.  It takes patience and determined dedication to stick to a regular exercise program (at least 30 min. most days of the week) and a nutritious diet, low in carbohydrates and higher in protein.  Getting your hormones into balance with bioidentical hormone therapy is very helpful so your body functions more effectively.  It will come off more slowly than it used to, but stick with it!  Good luck,  Sandy

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Just wanted to add to Sandy's comment, that it happens to all of us or just about all of us. I never had a weight issue until menopause--ate anything and everything all my life. Not any more! I am carrying about 15 pounds more that I would like. First it was 5, then 10, now 15. I am bummed. But I count calories now and try to get out for a brisk walk 3 or 4 mornings a week. It isn't enough, I know. Stick with an exercise routine of some sort and write down everything you eat. I am shooting for 1200 calories a day. That's the only thing that works for me.

--toni hurst