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Menopause and Belly Fat: Why Your Waistline Is Expanding and What You Can Do About It

Menopause and Belly Fat: Why Your Waistline Is Expanding and What You Can Do About It

Around the time of menopause or just after, many women see their waistline increase in size. This comes as a surprise to women who are watching what they eat and working out almost every day. Even women who are relatively lean after menopause often wage a battle with belly fat and frequently notice a redistribution of body fat from their buttocks and thighs to their tummy and waistline. Why is an expanding waistline and belly fat such a problem after menopause and what can you do to control tummy fat after menopause?

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Female Athlete Triad

Female Athlete Triad Is Common in Women Athletes

The pressure to train hard and stay thin is strong in some sports. That’s why women are at higher risk for female athlete triad syndrome. This article discusses what female triad syndrome is, what causes and the importance of treatment.

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