01/05/2026
Menopause âbellyâ isnât random - itâs a predictable shift in physiology.
As oestrogen declines, fat distribution, insulin signalling, and muscle mass all change. This is why many women feel like their usual strategies suddenly stop working.
If we want a different outcome, we need a more targeted approach đ
Hereâs what the evidence consistently supports:
1. Test insulin sensitivity�This is foundational. Reduced insulin sensitivity drives central fat storage - particularly through the abdomen.�Markers like fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, or post-meal glucose can help identify whether this is a key driver for you.
2. Prioritise strength training�Muscle is one of the most powerful tools we have to improve insulin sensitivity.�Consistent resistance training helps shift body composition, not just weight.
3. Aim for ~7,000+ steps daily�Low-intensity movement improves glucose uptake independent of formal exercise.�This is one of the simplest, most underutilised tools.
4. Protein: ~1.4g/kg body weightďż˝Higher protein intake supports muscle maintenance, satiety, and metabolic health - all critical during menopause. This doesnât mean protein bars and shakes all day, with the right guidance hitting these protein targets is easy.
5. Choose high-fibre carbohydrates�Think legumes, whole grains, vegetables.�Fibre slows glucose absorption, supports gut health, and improves insulin response.
6. Support oestrogen where appropriate�For some women, this may include HRT.�For others, targeted nutritional and herbal support can assist oestrogen metabolism and symptom management - but this should always be individualised.
đ This isnât about eating less & putting your body under more stress, itâs about working with your changing physiology and creating an INDIVIDUALISED AND SUPPORTIVE plan.
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