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Menopause weight gain: Stop the middle age spread
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What causes menopause weight gain?
How risky is weight gain after menopause?
What's the best way to prevent weight gain after menopause?
How risky is weight gain after menopause?
Menopause weight gain can have serious implications for your health. Excess weight, especially around your midsection, increases your risk of many issues, including:
- Breathing problems
- Heart and blood vessel disease
- Type 2 diabetes
Excess weight also increases your risk of various types of cancer, including breast, colon and endometrial cancers.