@nourishingapothecary: Many women assume weight gain during perimenopause is simply something they have to accept. But one of the biggest drivers I see in clinic is insulin resistance. As oestrogen declines, changes in muscle mass, sleep quality and visceral fat can all make your body less responsive to insulin. Your body compensates by producing more insulin, making it easier to store fat, especially around your abdomen, while making it much harder to lose it. Some of the signs I look for include: • Weight gain around the middle • Increased sugar cravings • Feeling hungry more often • Fatigue after meals • Difficulty losing weight despite eating well • Changes in blood sugar or cholesterol The good news is that insulin resistance isn’t a life sentence. With the right nutrition, movement, sleep strategies and targeted support, we can often significantly improve insulin sensitivity and help your body work with you again. At Nourishing Apothecary, Toni specialises in helping women navigate perimenopause, insulin resistance and weight changes in their 40s and beyond. If you’re feeling like your body has suddenly changed and nothing seems to be working anymore, start with a free discovery call and let’s work out what’s really driving it. Book online Australia-wide via Zoom at www.nourishingapothecary.com #perimenopause #insulinresistance #weightloss #womenshealth #hormones

Jaime | Naturopath & Homeopath

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