12/19/2025
If weight loss feels harder in midlife, it’s not because you’ve lost willpower.
During perimenopause and menopause, stress has a bigger impact on hormones like cortisol. Higher stress can affect cravings, sleep, energy, and where your body stores fat — especially around the abdomen. That’s why the scale can feel “stuck,” even when you’re eating well and staying active.
This is something I see often in obesity medicine. Managing stress isn’t an extra wellness task — it’s a core part of effective, sustainable weight care.
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