Belly fat is more than a cosmetic concern; it reflects deeper shifts in hormones, metabolism, inflammation, and stress physiology that become especially common for women.
As estrogen declines during perimenopause and menopause, fat distribution naturally shifts toward the abdomen. At the same time, changes in insulin sensitivity, cortisol patterns, sleep quality, and muscle mass can make belly fat more persistent and harder to lose, even when habits haven’t changed.
This tag brings together evidence-based insights on why belly fat accumulates and what it reveals about metabolic and hormonal health. Topics include the difference between visceral and subcutaneous fat, the role of insulin resistance, the impact of stress and cortisol, how sleep and circadian rhythms influence fat storage, and the importance of muscle mass and protein intake.
Whether you’re trying to understand new changes in your body or looking for strategies that support long-term metabolic health, this section helps women build clarity and confidence around one of the most misunderstood aspects of female and midlife physiology.
