This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Key takeaways Hormonal changes during menopause naturally shift fat storage toward the abdomen, causing what some call “menobelly” or menopause ...

“Weight changes are not only characteristic of midlife or menopause. Data have shown that weight gain starts early in ...

"Cortisol belly" is a popular term used to describe weight gain mostly around your belly area, or abdomen. Sometimes it's called "hormonal belly." It’s not a medical term or diagnosis, but it could be ...

Abdominal fat is influenced by hormones, inflammation and insulin resistance. Experts explain why belly fat is stubborn and ...

A jam-packed schedule and everyday stressors (both big and small) have a way of catching up with you. Often you'll find yourself wiped out and on edge. And when you do have a free moment, you can ...

As we hit our 40s, losing belly fat becomes more challenging due to hormonal changes, slower metabolism, and lifestyle factors. While strict diets may seem like the only solution, they often lead to ...

Heidi Cope is a health and science writer based in Fort Worth, Texas. She often writes long-form, informational content about health, wellness, and disability, and enjoys interviewing healthcare ...

For decades, we either talked about menopause weight gain in hushed tones or we didn’t mention it at all. Luckily, the world is changing. A rapidly-growing number of doctors now offer ...

One of the most common complaints from women in midlife is noticing their body hangs onto more weight around the midsection — seemingly for no particular reason. Frustrating, right? Like many other ...