How to Lose Post-Menopausal Weight Gain

Natural menopause or the cessaton of a regular menstral cycle typically occurs when a woman is about 50. Women, at this time, also usually gain weight, as much as 15 pounds in some instances. Because of changes in hormonal levels, women can find it more difficult to lose weight because the body becomes more resistant to insulin, which causes the body to store more fat. As a result, fat after menopause often accumulates in the abdominal area which can put women at risk for such conditions as heart disease, high cholesterol, breast cancer, high blood pressure and diabetes. Therefore, it's important to maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine to lose post-menopausal weight and keep it off.