3 reasons why losing weight during menopause feels so hard and why understanding this can make it easier: 1️⃣ Lower estrogen makes it harder to build muscle. Less muscle = easier weight gain, especially around the belly. 2️⃣ Lower estrogen reduces leptin, your appetite-control hormone. Cravings go up, and managing hunger gets harder. 3️⃣ Reduced progesterone disrupts sleep. Poor sleep and night sweats increase fat storage and boost hunger hormones. Comment info if you would like to know more abo