Waist Circumference in Perimenopause and the Increased Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke and Type 2 Diabetes Understanding the physical changes & their You may be one of many women in our community, trying to navigate perimenopause and the significant hormone fluctuations that ensue. The physiological changes to your mood, energy and metabolism can seem to show up unexpectedly. One of the most noticeable changes is that sudden and stubborn redistribution of weight to the midsection. Aside from the cosmetic frustration of this weight gain, this redistribution of fat could also be increasing your risk of developing Metabolic Syndrome. Metabolic Syndrome is characterized by a group of conditions that raise your likelihood of developing heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. What is Metabolic Syndrome? It is when you experience three (3) or more of the following conditions simultaneously: • Increased waist circumference • High blood pressure • High blood sugar • High triglyceride levels impact on your health by Heather L. Bulckaert • Low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol So that visceral fat that accumulates around the abdomen puts you at a greater risk during perimenopause. It is particularly dangerous because it surrounds vital organs and is metabolically
active; secreting hormones and toxins in the body, disrupting the body’s hormonal and metabolic balance. An increased waist circumference can also raise the likelihood of developing the other four risk factors of Metabolic Syndrome. Visceral fat promotes inflammation in the body, a key factor contributing to insulin resistance in perimenopause, where the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to high blood sugar and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. It contributes to higher levels of triglycerides, lower levels of HDL cholesterol and increased blood pressure. This type of weight gain itself can lead to hypertension as the heart works harder to pump blood through the body. Women in perimenopause with increased abdominal fat are at a greater risk of developing Metabolic Syndrome. A waist circumference of 35” or more can be considered a risk. To measure your waist, find the mid way point between the top of your hip bone and the bottom of your rib cage. While weight gain in your midsection during perimenopause may seem inevitable, there are proven strategies to mitigate this risk and manage your weight effectively. I work one on one with women, empowering them with the tools they need to lose the weight, protect their health, and reduce the likelihood of developing Metabolic Syndrome. Through simple diet and lifestyle changes, women can be proactive with their health during perimenopause, leading healthy and vibrant lives. Heather L. Bulckaert is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist & Metabolic Balance Practitioner and may be reached at: 519-630-2293, nourishnc@live.ca @Nourishnc
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