I am excited to share I will be on @thismorning today to discuss nutrition and the perimenopause and menopause with @drsallynorton. Many women find that they put on weight during the perimenopause and the menopause. There are many reasons for this. Fluctuating or declining levels of ovarian estrogen can affect several pathways, and this is why many common symptoms arise. Estrogen receptors are present throughout every cell in your body from your brain to your gut. Your body starts to recognise the decreasing levels and will try to obtain a different form of estrogen produced by fat cells. Many women find that they put in weight, especially in the midline, in response to this. Low estrogen levels can also lead to cravings for foods high in sugar or unhealthy fats occurring, which can also lead to weight gain. In addition, menopausal symptoms such as joint pains, reduced energy, poor stamina and fatigue can lead to women exercising less and weight gain occurring. There is more information about this on the balance-menopause.com website and the free balance app. #ThisMorning #WorldMenopasueMonth #menopause #perimenopause #menopausemonth #menopauseawarenessmonth​ #newsonhealth