Why “Eat Less, Move More” Backfires for Women in Their Late 30s and 40s
For many women in their late 30s and 40s, traditional weight loss advice stops working — not because of a lack of discipline, but because the body is changing. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause alter how metabolism responds to food, stress, and exercise, making “eat less, move more” not just ineffective, but counterproductive.
Beyond Willpower: Why Hormones — Not Habits — Drive Stubborn Belly Fat in Perimenopause & Midlife
Many women in midlife are told their weight gain is about discipline. In reality, it’s driven by predictable hormonal and metabolic shifts that begin years before menopause. This article breaks down the science behind stubborn belly fat—and what actually helps restore metabolic balance.