Many women notice changes in metabolism during perimenopause and understanding these shifts is key to promoting healthy aging.
Why metabolism changes during perimenopause:
✅ Declining estrogen reduces insulin sensitivity → increases blood sugar swings and fat storage
✅ Decreased progesterone impacts cortisol balance → promotes abdominal fat gain
✅ Testosterone declines → reduces muscle mass and metabolic rate
✅ Sleep disruption → worsens insulin resistance and appetite control
✅ Increased stress → elevates cortisol, impairs metabolism
Common metabolic symptoms during perimenopause:
✅ Increased belly fat and body composition changes
✅ Slower weight loss despite unchanged habits
✅ Fatigue and reduced exercise recovery
✅ Sugar cravings and blood sugar swings
✅ Skin dullness or increased aging signs
How to support metabolism through perimenopause:
✅ Focus on blood sugar-stabilizing meals → protein, fiber, healthy fats
✅ Engage in strength training to preserve muscle and metabolic rate
✅ Support gut health → modulates hormone metabolism and blood sugar
✅ Manage stress and support adrenal resilience
✅ Personalize thyroid support and hormone balance
At The Natural Way Health Clinic, we help women navigate perimenopause with personalized strategies to support metabolism, hormone balance, and resilience — promoting healthy aging through every decade.
📅 Book an appointment now with one of our Naturopathic Doctors and take the first step toward healthy aging.
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