06/03/2026
If you’re eating less than you used to… and somehow gaining weight…
You’re not imagining it.
In perimenopause, eating less can actually backfire.
Here’s what’s happening:
• Your body reads restriction as stress → cortisol goes up → fat storage increases
• Muscle mass is naturally declining → metabolism slows down
• Blood sugar becomes more sensitive → more cravings, more crashes
So when you try to “eat less and push harder”… your body often holds on tighter.
Not because it’s broken.
Because it’s trying to protect you.
What actually helps in this phase:
✔ Eating MORE (especially protein)
✔ Strength training over endless cardio
✔ Supporting blood sugar and stress
✔ Prioritizing recovery
Your body doesn’t need punishment. It needs different support now. 💜
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