We all hear words like “hormones,” “estrogen,” and “menopause” tossed around, but many individuals do not know what these terms truly mean. Understanding the fundamentals will not only add to your knowledge base but help you live a more fulfilling life. For instance, grasping the role of estrogen in weight loss can guide your journey in slimming down.
In this brief article brought to you by the Wellness Restoration Center, we shed light on the connection between estrogen, hormone replacement, and weight loss. You’ll find that balancing your hormones will play a huge role in your weight loss management journey.
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Estrogen is a key hormone that is primarily associated with female health, granted men produce small amounts as well. It plays a major role in sexual and reproductive health, bone density, skin health, and even heart health. Estrogen also affects how we store fat, where we store it, and how efficiently our metabolism runs.
For many women, estrogen levels begin to fluctuate in their 40s and decline as they approach and go through menopause. This reduction in estrogen can lead to several symptoms, such as hot flashes, mood swings, and changes in weight. As estrogen drops, women may notice weight gain particularly around the abdomen.
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BOOK AN APPOINTMENTEstrogen helps regulate glucose and lipid metabolism. This is a fancy way of saying it helps control how we process sugar and fat. When estrogen levels are higher, the body tends to store fat in areas like the hips and thighs. This is sometimes referred to as a “pear-shaped” fat distribution.
As estrogen declines, the body often begins to shift fat storage to the abdomen. This gives a more “apple-shaped” build. This fat distribution can be harder to lose and is more associated with health risks like cardiovascular disease and insulin resistance.
In addition to altering the distribution of fat, lower estrogen levels can also slow down metabolism and decrease muscle mass. This shift can make it more challenging to lose weight, but it won’t make it impossible.
A healthy lifestyle is the key to weight loss, but hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can offer a much-needed leg up. HRT involves supplementing the body with hormones like estrogen (and sometimes progesterone) to replace what’s lost during menopause.
Some studies have shown that women who use HRT tend to have a lower risk of developing abdominal obesity compared to women who don’t use it. By supplementing estrogen, HRT may help maintain some of the metabolic processes that make it easier to manage weight. It can also support muscle mass retention.
Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is a type of hormone therapy that uses hormones that are chemically identical to the hormones naturally produced by the human body. While HRT may use synthetic hormones, BHRT uses hormones that are made to be structurally identical to human hormones.
If you’re interested in BHRT, the first step is to consult with a healthcare professional and determine whether it’s right for you. Call the Wellness Restoration Center to schedule a consultation today.
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