Why Women Can't Lose Belly Fat After Menopause

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Discover how to lose belly fat after menopause!
0:00 Introduction: How to lose weight after menopause
0:10 What is menopause?
0:37 The role of the adrenals in menopause
1:05 Understanding your hormones during menopause
2:19 The autonomic nervous system explained
3:45 The parasympathetic nervous system
6:22 How to exercise after menopause
7:40 The worst exercise for stomach fat
8:25 How to burn belly fat after menopause
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10:09 Learn more about how to deal with stress!
Let’s talk about why it’s so difficult for women to lose belly fat after menopause-and what to do about this issue.
When a woman goes through menopause, their ovaries no longer produce or release eggs. This big change leads to a cascade of other changes. The ovaries also make hormones, which means a woman in menopause will have lower hormone levels.
However, when this happens, the adrenal glands are supposed to act as the backup system for the ovaries. The adrenal glands make all of the hormones that the ovaries make.
If the adrenal glands are strong and stable when a woman is going into menopause, they may experience fewer symptoms. It’s not normal to experience symptoms of menopause unless there’s a problem with the adrenal glands.
Another part of the body we need to focus on is the parasympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system is the recovery system of the body. It influences your sleep and ability to recover. Fat burning occurs in the recovery phase.
Exercising your parasympathetic nervous system will help reduce cortisol, support sleep, and get rid of belly fat.
In order to strengthen your parasympathetic nervous system, it’s crucial to increase the time you rest in between your reps and sets of exercise, as well as the days of exercise. You have to make sure you don’t overtrain and give your body a chance to completely recover and reset.
How to lose belly fat after menopause:
1. Do high-intensity exercises with longer rest periods
2. Don’t overtrain
3. Don’t train over soreness
4. Focus on getting more sleep
5. Take advantage of chiropractic care, massage therapy, or physical therapy
6. Consume omega-3 fatty acids
7. Take DHEA
8. Go on a low-carb diet with intermittent fasting
9. Get plenty of magnesium, choline, vitamin B1, and vitamin D
10. Try lemon balm, passionflower, or ashwagandha
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and intermittent fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals®. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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Thanks for watching! Try these tips to lose belly fat after menopause. I’ll see you in the next video.

[@lightbearer1499]

I’m 53 and weighed 185 lbs, all of it around my abdomen. I was having hot flashes, night sweats, dizziness, mood swings, sleep issues, irritability, and bouts with anxiety. Last May I was fed up with those symptoms and decided to try keto and intermittent fasting. It has certainly been a journey with a lot of course corrections, but I am now 150 lbs and feel so good! I have eliminated all the symptoms and am determined this is the lifestyle for me. I’m in maintenance for a bit right now, but am now starting to add exercise to get stronger. The main thing is not the weight loss for me … I never want to feel the way I did before.

[@madelinekimbro2440]

Congratulations!!! It is so nice to hear about success...it gives me inspiration 😊

[@allfunnydogsstories2129]

I‘m turning 54 today. Happy birthday to me 🎉. I’m back on the wagon after I had the Norovirus for a week. Yup it straightened me out real quick. 0 carbs. Healthy eats. I hope I can hold on until Thanksgiving. I hope you can keep it up, too. 😊

[@olgamaria6090]

Parabéns!! Sucesso!! 🙏

[@JCX-9]

Wow 30 pounds off must feel so good.

[@RockyDTV1992]

​@@allfunnydogsstories2129Happy Birthday. 🎉

[@sumathiravindran8551]

1. Short exercise 2. Sleep 2. Not to exercise long times 4. Focus omega 3 5. DEGA supplements 6. Massage 7. Low carb IF 8. Magnesium , Collin potassium 9. Aswaganta 19. Herbs Summary Triggers parasympathetic nervous system Great video

[@guadalupecol2042]

Excelente video!! Cuando uno tiene este tipo de información, REARFIRMA porque es imprescindible seguir con los cambios de alimentación a una dieta baja en carbohidratos y ayuno intermitente 💪💪💪

[@siobhancleary3018]

Thank you

[@eileenurquhart4744]

What are DEGA supplements?

[@Drberg]

Thank you very much for your kind message. Appreciate it.

[@Tynap7]

@@eileenurquhart4744not DEGA but DHEA supplements, which is a hormonal supplement that may improve bone density, decrease body fat, & enhance sexual function.

[@kellycurran4608]

I gained 25 lbs , my anxiety was out of control!! I stopped sugar and carbs., all junk food, increased my veggies, healthy fats and protein along with intermittent fasting. The results were miraculous. I have maintained this lifestyle for tens years now.

[@marthad5697]

Same here, but gained more like 40 lbs, lost 50 lbs, kept off 5 years now.😊

[@samsamthecat492]

Can you both give sample meal ideas please? I don't like eggs so that makes it harder for breakfast for protein

[@kellycurran4608]

@@marthad5697 Wow congrats 👏 I'm happy for you. I was the most miserable person, so happy to get good advice from Dr Berg. Keep up the good work.

[@marthad5697]

@@samsamthecat492 During the day, I like to eat the same thing every day, then eat a healthy low carb dinner. This allows me to have a general idea of my caloric intake every day. When I was loosing weight 5 years ago I didn’t know about Intermittent Fasting. Ate breakfast at 10:30, 2 eggs and half whole wheat English muffin with little butter; at around 3pm had a yogurt and green apple. For dinner have some sort of meat, 2 vegetables and a salad. My husband is Italian so we do have a whole wheat pasta dish about once a week. During Covid got a pasta maker, make my own pasta now. Now I do intermittent Fasting, varying the time from 16 to 22 hours. Since my first meal is now in the afternoon, I don’t feel like eating fried eggs, so I have a couple hard boiled instead, then some cottage cheese and indulge with a small measured amount of popcorn, then normal dinner. I also exercise every day, currently do an hour on an elliptical occasionally swapping with walking , also do weights 3 times a week for bone health.

[@spencerbrown6214]

@@samsamthecat492 Same here, I can’t do eggs, so I’m always looking for other low-carb protein breakfast ideas.

[@reneesfoxynews6652]

This is amazing. So when I sprinted, then walked until I completely caught my breath and the sprinted again, I lost the most weight. I didn’t even understand what I was doing. But it worked.

[@setapartaay925]

I’ll be doing this for 2 miles. I just started running up to 5 miles and I did lose weight….but it stopped. My trainer told me to increase the intensity of running. So I decided to do sprint drills for 2 miles. Thanks for posting this comment!!

[@josephineclark3239]

HIIT 🙂

[@FoodiesFoodLife]

If you are past menopause… high intensity for short periods of time only! When you are older cortisol will Jack you up if you do cardio for more than 10 minutes. Cortisol (from stress) causes the insulin response and insulin stores fat. Most people don’t understand that fat loss happens with metabolic hormone control… not with long exercises.

[@dakotahstr]

I'm almost 67. In May of this year I weightv165. I'm 5ft 7 in. I hated it. Felt heavy,had to buy a larger size. Decided that's enough. I fasted,no breakfast,no sugar,bread. In a month ,no lie I lost 20 lbs. I'm now 143. That's as far as I go. I'm active with my house outside and inside but I really think it's the sugar and processed foods. Hope everyone just has the determination. It feels great!

[@Huddie400]

Very inspiring. I will be 67 in 4 days. 5’4” and 173 and FED UP with myself! clothes, bras, nothing fits anymore! At 145 pounds. I have a very cute figure! I have done this kind of eating before, and felt great! That was and I didn’t think it would work again after menopause. But I haven’t exactly tried very hard either. Time to do it again, and make it work.

[@tinam2696]

My ENTIRE life my periods were SO PAINFUL. At 57 all of a sudden IT STOPPED. No hot flashes, no mood swings, NO NOTHING. FANTASTIC! I deserve it. I DO need these tips about the belly fat though 😊

[@nayd.7979]

My Grandmother did the same thing😠(happy anger😅) and didn't have any symptoms, still had a cute figure and she transitioned at 104.5 years. She had a great life and I'm hopi g the same for you. Thank you so much for sharing❤

[@cheryl5994]

​@@nayd.7979 A 104! WOW, THAT'S INCREDIBLE. SHE MUST'VE REALLY LOOKED AFTER HERSELF.

[@classylady828]

Same with me - menopause was a blessing. No PMS, etc.

[@kymberlybade1480]

Same here but I got a lot of belly fat and bloating

[@saraswatkin9226]

​@@nayd.7979"transitioned" ?

[@sandrataylor3665]

Dr Berg, I'm 53 and have my 32 year old body back, thanks to you!

[@thankthelord4536]

I'm 62 now and im so blessed that i don't have menopause or weight problems. I eat clean, carbs maybe 2x a week. No alcohol, sweets, walk, lift small dumbbells for tone and strength my waist is 29-31, weight at 136. 5'8. In my late 20s- 30s i was at 216 pounds. Feel and look way better now.

[@kmanil8689]

It means still you have periods? Please let me know.

[@polytheneprentiss1534]

You’re 62 and you still haven’t hit menopause?!

[@kmanil8689]

@@polytheneprentiss1534 i also asked same question but not got the answer. I am 53+ still i didn't get menopause. I am bit scared. But my mother told she got her menopause at 55.

[@lat1419]

I went through an early menopause (aged 44) that coincided with being treated with steroids for Crohns, and developing arthritis. We didnt have this type of quality of information available. Fast forward 25 years and Im so glad we have it now, and hope that many women are able to take charge of their lives.

[@cheesecakefan4880]

I lost all my estrogen in my 30s Major Crash Tested and was Zero estrogen Its been very hard Im very thin

[@lat1419]

@@cheesecakefan4880 I too was very thin until menopause. Then (and now) I have post menopausal waist.

[@cheesecakefan4880]

@@lat1419 I am essentially post menopausal and still very thin Maybe its thyroid

[@lat1419]

@@cheesecakefan4880 give it time. Eat all your calories and as much fat possible, and you should get to your ideal weight. Or maybe it is thyroid?

[@cheesecakefan4880]

@@lat1419 everytime I have it checked they claim its in normal range But Im not convinced

[@alanabowker1363]

This is pure gold and it explains so much. I was running up to 5k 4-5 times a week this summer. I was so exhausted, my legs felt heavy and weak, my weight would come down slightly and then go up. I sprained my ankle and told myself there must be a good reason why, well here it is. Thanks so much Dr. Berg!

[@CarefulHowYouStep]

dont underestimate the power of walking and eating healthy daily :)

[@alanabowker1363]

@@CarefulHowYouStep I did keto when I was younger and lost 30 pounds in a few months. Now I'm over 50 and I did keto for 4 years and only lost 10 pounds, that came back in a week after I stopped. Now I'm fasting, tomorrow is day 4 of a water fast.

[@jhakku1401]

​@@alanabowker1363Kindly share your experiences

[@CarefulHowYouStep]

nice job! im younger so im not certain if this will work as well, but ive been fasting while taking greens powders, so im in a fasted state but also getting nutrition. ive been shedding weight quickly. it all starts with basic nutrition and exercise and then when we find our sweet spot we can really hit our stride@@alanabowker1363

[@siobhancleary3018]

@@alanabowker1363wow

[@minkymandy6065]

Wow those symptoms .. anxiety, nervousness, low tolerance to stress, hard to stay sleep ... all me right now!! Also explains why I don't lose weight despite working 12 hr nursing shifts where I get exhausted. Thank you!

[@gabbypage6929]

Yes nursing just becomes more exhausting after menopause.

[@LindaCapra]

Me too with those symptoms. I couldn’t understand why I don’t handle stress like I use to and have an anxiety response that is so much stronger. This then makes it harder to tolerate pain. I even believe that my autoimmune disorder started as a result of this happening.

[@KariIsSoVery]

Same..

[@suzh4187]

Yup…frustrating 🤬

[@AveriesMiranda]

I was thinking the same thing, literally every single one of those apply to me

[@RobertaG556]

Speaking as a real woman who is over 55, there are several ways you can lose weight, from head to toes. My experience. Eat enough to fuel your body. So that may differ because we are all unique. Walk every day. Stop adding tons of sugar to your coffee/teas. I stopped adding sugar to my coffee, years ago. Stop eating at night. Drink less alcohol. Don't be a couch potato. Stop watching so much tv. Be more active!!! Do lower pelvic exercises ON THE FLOOR! The floor is my best friend. I no longer have high blood pressure as a by-product of the changes i have made. STOP eating junk food! Just STOP! NO SODA! INSTEAD MAKE ginger root tea with lemon, tumeric and REAL LOCAL honey. AND LISTEN TO DR. BERG❤❤❤❤❤

[@mgtowlevel5293]

Smart woman 😎

[@mitsuomits9077]

Now that you mention local honey, I found the most beautiful testing honey ever, lol... I'm not selling anything. It's just that it's always difficult to find really good testing pure natural honey. I use it on my teas. And sometimes in my frut salads just to soften the test if it's to souer (not to make it sweet).

[@flamingpieherman9822]

​@@mitsuomits9077and just a side note, they've actually found that honey is actually a good thing for diabetics. Just read that the other day. You wouldn't think so but evidently it is

[@jeulihonodel7626]

blah blah bla blah

[@franglais-riders]

Yoga really helps after a certain age.

[@cindymcfarland4686]

Good to know why the belly fat is so difficult to lose. Even when I maintain an ideal weight I still have that annoying belly. I'm 62 and breezed through menopause.

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

I lost all my body fat after menopause, i got on my exercise bike and cycled for a hour each day while watching my favorite soap opera, no dieting just stuck to my daily routine and never missed a day.

[@littlebanshee]

That’s great! What bike did you get?

[@marge3477]

That's great what soap opera do you watch?

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

@@marge3477 I'm from the UK its called Eastenders, now its any KZbin video 😊

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

@@littlebanshee Hi sorry I missed your comment, my bike is called Challenge it must be at least 15years old now still works well.

[@blueseptember2174]

​That show used to play in the US at like 11pm. Sometimes as a kid I would stay up an watch it 😅​@@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts

[@robinsnestradio]

Some good information. I wish I had known this when I started Menopause. I had Adrenal Exhaustion because life was full and busy. Had to learn to totally relax with meditation. I am past it now, but Menopause information is needed. Thank you Dr Berg👍🏽

[@Kai-el7rw]

I lost 130 lbs from late 2020 to late 2022. Simply, Keto…Sometimes Carnivore…..light exercise. I take some supplements and have added calcium rich food, mostly dairy as I don’t digest leafy green vegetables. I have gone from a 54 inch waist to a 30ish inch waist. I have a lot of skin, but hopefully overtime, my intermittent fasting will deal with that. I’m 63.

[@404now]

Great job! I both, envy you, and am happy for you! That's awesome. It feels super when things work out right.

[@teeski693]

Wow! Nice work!

[@seemasikdar4168]

I'm 55, weighed 98kilogramms , diabetic, menopause and struggling to loose weight. Went on keto diet and IF about a year ago and since then have lost about 20 kilos feel energetic and yes I reduced my diabetic treatment to more than half the dose I used to take initially. Thank you millions Dr Berg for your videos and advices because right now, I do have issues with sleep. Please keep up the great job you're doing.

[@MichaylaLovesJesus83]

What's 98 kilograms in pounds? And was the 20 kilos you lost 20 kilos off your weight? If so, what's 20 kilos in pounds? I'm used to going by pounds, not kilograms. Congrats on your weight loss success.🥰

[@snowwhite2709]

​@@MichaylaLovesJesus83a kilo is 2.2 pounds,.

[@sxwrtr918]

@@MichaylaLovesJesus83 Twenty kilos is a tad over 44 lbs.

[@seemasikdar4168]

A kilo is about 2.2 pounds. So 20 kilos is around 44 pounds. Thank you so much for your advices and responses. My glycemic level came down and I reduced my treatment upto half the dose. I feel great and l wear European size 44 while I used to wear 50! and that too....😮. Nobody gives me my age even. Million thanks Dr Berg.❤

[@MichaylaLovesJesus83]

@@snowwhite2709 Thank you 😊

[@mrskamran]

Thank you for this information. I went into early menopause due to partial hysterectomy in my 30s and it’s been an incredibly difficult journey with nothing moving the weight. I’ll try this.

[@cathysmusic4919]

Thank you for the upload, I needed this info, I watch so many experts but you are the one that not only gives clear succinct info, but also good clear rationale that makes the advice actionable for me. And you're right your content no longer shows up as itt used to.

[@healthycarnivore]

I went carnivore the year before I went through menopause and I have to say it was so easy. Also no abdominal fat. All the women in my family have struggled for years when they went through menopause.

[@healthycarnivore]

@@Helenegardener never too late

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

@eattoyourhealthwithcarnivore. You hunt, kill and eat raw meat exclusively? !

[@healthycarnivore]

@@zenabraithwaite1934 I hunt and eat 75% of that and 25% I buy beef from a local farmer and occasionally from a local market. I process my deer. I eat my meat blue rare never raw. After 4 yrs I have not had a draw to eat any of it raw. Some do.

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

@@healthycarnivore however humans do not have the teeth or constitution to be carnivore. We are frugivores. If it works for you ( who knows long term- likely bowel cancer), you do you.

[@healthycarnivore]

@@zenabraithwaite1934 we have developed the ability to eat plants over thousands of years to survive. I choose to thrive. I doubt my Indian ancestors followed broccoli around the country to thrive on. I agree with you, you do you.

[@sharonsalzberg2654]

At 72, and long past menopause I weigh 112lbs. at 5’2”. No health problems or prescription meds. Take vitamins and supplements . Once a year visit to doctor. Eat clean and two meals daily. No alcohol. Strength and cardio classes 6 days weekly. Very fit, very strong. All bodily systems work great, including sexual functioning. Heart age is 39 after cardiac scan to check for any arterial plaque buildup. Zero plaque. Want to live long? Takes discipline and daily attention. I have bragging rights because I am in a very small minority of women my age who are in the physical condition and health status that I enjoy.

[@harminderkaur8519]

Wow ❤ admire you 😊

[@livingintheforest3963]

A lot of people do this and it doesn’t work for everybody everyone’s health and DNA is different. I used to talk like that in my 50s until I hit 61 and got my first biopsy etc. that is just luck but I am fortunate to look like I’m in my 30s so go figure.

[@shellyn2377]

Quit bragging old lady!

[@MiaTheodoratus]

A lot of that is from genetics and past life experiences…..some of us worked in hard labor situations and our bodies were hurt.

[@catitude4]

It takes a lifestyle change like this to work. Many don't want to do this and look for an easy fix like the new pharma drug which just makes them sick.

[@Jindarella_]

This channel has been so helpful for me after surgical menopause. It has been a rough couple of years physically and mentally with little support. I've gained 35kg just this year alone and have struggled with depression and anxiety intensly. It's been a huge learning curve and there is no where near enough help and support. So I thank you for your content, it's really helped me take charge of my health.

[@JW-yt7lr]

Same here ! I had a historectom years ago ., and within days felt I'd lost myself . Put on so much weight . In the past, losing weight had been easy for me but not any longer . There's a continual creep up the scales . Also, an immediate loss of strength and stamina. That was so horrible as I had a job and family , house and garden to manage . I'm going to look into adrenal support now . Hope you're feeling more in control after watching Dr. Berg ? I know I am

[@Jindarella_]

@JW-yt7lr Me too! It used to be so easy to lose weight, and now weight loss is non-existent. I just had a bout of gastro and not even that shifted the scales. There is nowhere near enough support post hysterectomy. I feel doctors put us all under one big menopause umbrella, and that's just not how it is in real life, especially those with endo and adhesion pain. We're all different. But anyway, I've watched so many Dr Berg videos, he explains everything so well.

[@anjapinkau3737]

Wow! This explains so much! Thank you! I accidentally stumbled across this video after finding your channel on the lookout for information about a Keto lifestyle. You've got yourself a new subscriber (actually already since I found your channel yesterday and watched quite a few of your videos for which I'm very grateful!!).

[@br7819]

Finally, it makes real sense - how all these work and what we should do, Thank you, Dr. Berg. Your videos have always been insightful and resourceful. 🙇🏻‍♀️

[@honey5269]

It's encouraging to find out that there are solutions to those frustrating menopausal symptoms. Thank you Dr Berg for providing these tips.

[@rebelsal]

I can by experience, tell you that this advice is so accurate. I was diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer and given 8 weeks to live, I actually beat it and I wont go into the details of that, but in the aftermath my body was just so broken. I was a runner and weightlifter prior to this so I knew it was all about the load that my central nervous system could handle each day. So I started with a 5 min walk and had 2 days recovery (thats how bad it was). Over 4 years I built up to being able to train in zone 2/3 for 2 hours (I love trail running) 3 days a week. I also, via some intermittent fasting and zone 2 training adapted my body to metabolise fat during these low heart rate zone workouts (very handy! lol) I can also weight train again, and I am building this up slowly, and once I hit the target for that specific workout, the workout is over. I figure, my CNS got the trigger for the adaption, so I go right into recovery mode. As part of the medical side of things I has a full hystorectomy and overnight the shock of having no ovaries (on top of everything else) really hit my system. However by doing little bits of training and then recovering properly made me feel so much better. I think that prioritising peace, good eating habits and prioritizing recovery in order for the adaptions to take place is a great investment in our health. It took 4 years to get to this point via consistent work and consistent rest, and I have learnt this: Slower is Faster. In terms of fat loss, this is a stress on the human body, so be gentle. Dont look at all the lies on social media of people saying "I lost 2 kg per week blah blah blah". Its not sustainable, messes with metabolism, increases cortisol etc. Walking and making a nutrition plan and throwing in some more challenging workouts here and there in a sustainable way is a much healthier long term strategy. If you have to start with a 5 min walk like i did, there is nothing wrong with that. It only gets better!

[@barbaraweatherman5340]

Thank you for posting your story, you are awesome and inspiring, and I'm so glad you are healed and healthy now! Hugs!

[@lawanyaarvind2810]

Thank you so much for sharing this here

[@simonaca468]

Thank you so much!!! What’s your nutrition plan, pls??

[@rebelsal]

@@simonaca468 Hi! I am for around 70-100 grams of protein per day. The foods I eat are from the following: Nuts, beans,legumes, seeds, a lot of veggies - esp the green ones like spinach, broccoli, kale etc.I use potato and sweet potato lots. I really like fruit especially berries and watermelon. I use olive oil and coconut oil in cooking/baking. I dont have any processed foods. Im actually plant based so I supplement with Vit12, Calcium, Iron and Iodine. To meet the protein needs I have tofu/Tempeh and I have a protein powder in shakes with berries and banana. I really love kimchi! I think that prioritising protein and then having lots of vegetables etc is a great general direction to go in. I do have to plan ahead but I like cooking so its fun. For snacks I like oat bars- they r really simple to bake. I made a soup yesterday that has: sweet potato, brocolli, green peas, chic peas leek and garlic. So yum! For fat loss I eat the same things but make a calorie deficit. But not a large one. Just a gentle 300-400 one. I think if i do more than that I feel stressed. So, slower is faster. When its a weight lifting day or big running day I try to get the 100g protein and add in more fats like walnuts or peanut butter. But Thursday is Apple Pie day! The farm I get all the veggies from has a cafe and make this epic apple pie and a great latte. So I smash that happily! YumYum Yum!

[@catinawilliams4645]

I’m so glad YOU WON 🙌🏽🥳 Thanks for sharing your experience

[@sarahclark78]

Thank you! I was retrenched last September and my stress levels are stratospheric. I have not changed my low carbohydrate way of eating but everything else has changed! Thank you, this makes sense

[@tillysanders2593]

This is a woefully unaddressed health issue. it's hard to imagine this huge change having little effect.. Personslly I suffered a great deal throughout menopause with a myriad of life effecting symptoms . Thank you very much Dr. Berg for adressing this health issue and this important information. .

[@donnad8361]

Dr Berg Thank you for this information much appreciated for us women going through menopause. Can you do more videos on menopause and weight loss please. Also would love to hear your thoughts on the brain fog topic in menopause. Donna from Australia

[@leticianedilskyj7060]

This is a very important video. Thank you Dr Brtg and stuff. Mostly appreciated

[@minarajesh4966]

Thank you Dr Berg . I think this is one of the most informative video for menopause that I have had the opportunity of learning. I have not found this information anywhere else.A massive thanks for this 🙏🏽

[@metavikset8315]

Very good and important video! I've gained weight just because of work stress. And I've also noticed that fat from the stomach comes off when I get enough sleep. This cleared things up for me and I now understand the importance of the parasympathetic nervous system in weight loss.

[@Cekatu]

Same with me. The human body is so fascinating.

[@storiesfromasuperhost8086]

You are right, I do not see you in the feed as much. Now I just go to your page.. You are amazing and I refer everyone I know to you for information.

[@VCD512]

This is valuable particularly for women like me who have worked out for years. In the last 6 months I’ve gained 15 lbs all from stress. I worked out like a beast and for years my body looked great. Out of nowhere the weight gain started. Took a month off and weight kept coming…I decided to switch up my workouts. note: I am a powerlifter. I now go no higher than 20lbs on free weights and 45 lbs on the machine. I do 10 mins of brisk cardio per workout at 4 times a week. I always did intermittent fasting so that wasn’t a problem. I have lost 4 lbs in the last week. I shortened my workout to no more than 45 mins. I do some sort of ab exercise in my workout. My stomach and waist have come down. I am not heavy or fat, I’m very muscular but that 15lbs was a huge red flag. I also realize that it doesn’t take much to tone up. You don’t need heavy weights. Low weight high reps work perfectly. My one takeaway was to rest more between sets which I rarely do. We have been taught to keep that heart rate up which is still true but it’s the length of time that makes the difference. Thank you so much Dr. Berg!

[@nataliaprieto6723]

Try fasting

[@VCD512]

@@nataliaprieto6723 I’ve been doing it for the past 2 weeks and so far so good. Takes awhile to shock the body but it’s working.

[@edeleencotton6854]

This makes so much sense. I've had a lot of smotache issue throughout my life. Finding out that my parasympathetic system was so off due to past traumas. Now going into menopause I've gained weight and started intermittent fasting and slower work outs. Meditation after workouts because it felt good. But long behold there is a reason why!!❤❤❤❤

[@BevColorado]

FYI - I subscribed to you over a year ago but today I noticed I was no longer subscribed to you, so I’m glad to say I can see you again. I had all the menopause symptoms, and was also hypo-thyroid. I went on bio-identical HRT, started intermittent fasting, which came easy to me, and started paying better attention to what I’m eating. I lost 70lbs and have been able to maintain it with a lighter version of intermittent fasting than when I was losing weight. My thyroid now looks normal on the blood work.

[@aloralovebird8744]

What am amazing video! Thank you so much for taking the time🙏

[@kristiemiller3379]

I started doing intermittent fasting and I feel better! I started doing HIIT exercises three times a week for 30-45 minutes and I’m starting to see a difference. High protein, low carb with intermittent a window of 8 hours eating is what is working. I had to stay taking melatonin because I have poor sleep hygiene.

[@carolcarlson7633]

I'm floored!! I'm a gym rat and love working out but my lower gut is the last place to finally shrink down. I'm 2 years past my menopause days which were full of hot flashes and drenching in sweat. I'm on cardio for 45 minutes between several machines and never once rest. I kept my heart rate up and constant for 45 minutes. Just got home from the gym and saw your video. THANK YOU and once again you described me to a tee!!! I'm going to rest more solid and more frequently between my machines and reps. My mind is blown away right now!! Anything to help my adrenals 💖🥰🏋‍♀️🥩🥓🍳

[@fannynoriega3181]

This was a very good video for me as I've struggled with a lot of adrenal fatigue many times especially after starting an exercise routine and pushing myself. Never understood why my body was overwhelmed and fatigued and my belly fat was still there even after pushing myself. Thank you for posting this very informative video. I definitely took notes on this one.

[@hrc6408]

Excellent info and true !! Many don’t understand this…. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@RAE-homely-fairy-of-the-light]

I'm 43, can feel changes happening, I'm always active and my work is house cleaning, and gardennig, and my body says 'rest', but my kid and 12 animals need me alot!! So I've learnt to tell them (you can wait)😂😂❤😊😅

[@joflynn242]

March 2020 it was discovered that I had a small tumor on my adrenal gland. Went to a specialist who said it was benign. Low fat, low carb diet...I'm 59 (f) had a partial hysterectomy at 49. For the past 3 years I've been in menopause. Work out 5 days a week. Never had belly until now. I look at food and it seems I'm bigger the next day. 🥺 Depressed, high adrenaline which makes me jump. Anxiety, which I have NEVER had before. I eat about 2 pm and then am full and have no appetite until the next day. My specialist tried me on metformin to lose the fat. Made me sick. I fired her and stopped the metformin. I don't know what led me to this video but am so grateful I found it. I'm ready to start fresh. Please help with any guidance.

[@tamarabeck6350]

That was far more informational than any of my Drs have ever offered. Thank you! Now I need to see if you have a Lymphedema video.

[@bloochoob]

I’m in menopause, 7years in, and on HRT. Evorel Conti 100mg. Started on 50mg, then 75mg, now 100mg. I find low carb eating and doing HIIT (high intensity interval training 1min on, 1min off, or 2min on, 2min off etc for a 20min workout ) and weight bearing exercise is beneficial more than cardio. You get a bit of cardio from weight training anyway. Also do stretching Yoga and Pilates moves too, and I dance to disco music on my rebounder! Eating protein and healthy fats and concentrating on toning muscle as muscle is metabolic, is beneficial as it burns calories. I was never overweight in my life until menopause.

[@MountainwithaView]

My menopause started at 51.5 was completely done with symptoms in less than 6 months, why, Anna's wild yam cream...I used for 9 months...completely done with everything by 53.. buy online it will change your life

[@VanessaKittredge]

Thanks Doc! I’ve felt largely left out of your discussions as the info sounded dismal “if you go into meno less than great health it’s nearly impossible to catch up…” so this feels more solution based and like there’s hope. Please keep the info coming for us- doctors don’t give us much info at our check ups and honestly don’t seem to know much about the complexity of this delicate time in our lives 😕🙏

[@etprevails6839]

Agree

[@sofieangelopoulos1626]

I have sat through many long hours of videos from fitness experts and naturopaths talking about perimenopause. I have never understood it more clearly than in this 10mins video. Thx Dr Berg

[@etprevails6839]

Dr. Berg is the best!

[@nicwithlove]

You are such a blessing for so many people! Thank you for sharing the truth of how things can and should be, talk about empowerment!

[@denisewalters7312]

thanks dr berg your my go information on any health issues I have. ❤

[@CobCeo]

I have always been on the low end of the weight spectrum, so I may not be qualified to comment, BUT- you will absolutely lose weight if you move into a keto carnivore way of eating. It will take a year or more to get your body ready to digest the meat but it is worth it. Better skin, better health, better energy all around.

[@angieponders3844]

You sleep better, don't you?

[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

I’ve been keto for 8 months I sleep much better now. My joints no longer ache after a hard day of work I believe I can think quicker, clearer, and don’t struggle to find words or remember where I left the keys (like most do occasionally). My seasonal allergies have vanished! My blood pressure went from 165/95 down to 117/75 I could go on and on… I’m 52, and feel like I’m in my twenties once again.

[@CarnivoreHeals2]

I was keto for 2 years before going carnivore 5 months ago. Only carnivore healed my IBS, insulin resistance, fatty liver, arthritis, inflammation, depression, anxiety, 35 lbs gone, and most importantly my mind body connection is healing, and now I know what my body is telling me to eat and not eat. This connection was broken by the SAD. I am no longer on the daily sugar roller coaster for the first time in my life. I was plant based since age 10 btw (55 now but I still have a regular period). I just wish I had done this years ago. I’m never going back!

[@gasmith7486]

I’ve been doing carnivore for 4 months now and not much changed as far as weight.

[@pbrooks2099]

@@gasmith7486That’s very unusual.

[@lyn4horses]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m very exercise intolerant right now. So I’m encouraged to start an exercise routine and focus on the rest phase. I’ve been under tremendous stress over the last 3 years so I think I’m stuck in the fight or flight mode

[@kayleneemery8217]

Please get an outlet in Australia Eric....your work is amazing and even if you never have an Aus outlet for your products the information you provide is stunningly helpful , thank you and God bless you .

[@medaherf9462]

I’ve been struggling and this video hit the nail on the head….thank you!

[@Drberg]

Most welcome! Glad you found it helpful.

[@selmaamor3921]

What a fantastic video!! So informative, helpful and a true guide to stay healthy. You are a STAR Dr.Berg!!!!!❤

[@nam-sel4149]

I am on premenopausal stage and this could be really helpful .thank you Dr Berg❤

[@MichaylaLovesJesus83]

What does that mean to be on premenopausal stage?

[@nam-sel4149]

@@Helenegardener Thank you bottom of my heart dear. May God bless you for your kindness.

[@MichaylaLovesJesus83]

@@Helenegardener Thank you for your info. It's very helpful. 😊

[@cynthia6919]

I always find your videos so informative. Thank you.

[@faircloud2745]

I’ve just started strength training 3 times a week and one class of yoga, I’ve exercised for many years,I’m just starting to see results, I’m 65years old and went through my menopause over 10 years ago. I’m sleeping better, and feel the need to rest! Listen to your body. I’ll take all the things said on board but for the moment I’m enjoying getting fitter and stronger. 💪🏼❤( I’ll definitely rest in between sets and look to see how that works) Thanks 🙏🏼

[@cassandrapno]

Started HRT 2 weeks ago. Life changing!!! Immediately started sleeping better. Anxiety is lessening. Feel feminine again. I’m 2 years post menopausal. Whole Foods plant based high fiber diet and cut out most dairy. Life is looking up!! Zero side effects btw

[@AlwayysBeKind]

Hey. Can you tell me what HRT consist of? I just had blood work done and found out I’ve went through full blown menopause at a very young age and I’m so discouraged. I don’t feel like myself. I’m nervous about taking anything that can cause clots and things like that. What should I say to my doctor? I just want to feel like myself again.

[@Anione111]

1:14 I suffered from a host of menopausal symptoms, signifying drop in estrogen, and yet developed melasma at the same time, which is what some women get during pregnancy (but I never did) due to high estrogen level! Estrogen deficiency AND estrogen dominance, what a bummer!!! I can never hope to find even one doctor who acknowledges this, let alone understands it. Why can't there be more Dr. Bergs in the world?!

[@huviba5826]

Dr.Shari Caplan, Dr John Lee, Ray Peat....

[@Anione111]

@@huviba5826 Sorry, I meant in India, to consult and prescribe. I wouldn't find one even in major cities.

[@arte7sol]

I think this is what I have been doing without realizing the list. I lost 12lbs this year. I have been more aware of my life, body actions and intake. Consistency and having balance. Thanks for the list, I have a few items to improve and add to my routine

[@monicaweber2656]

Thank you for the missing link! Priceless 👏👏

[@aphroditekerylidis7000]

Dr Berg, as always your health presentations are great! However need to ask the question, if the adrenals take over when women go into menopause then why do many suffer from menopause? I’ve made many attempts to get off hrt (on a low dosage) however my hormones did not regulate.

[@nicolelai2559]

Thanks for sharing , Doc ! 😊

[@Drberg]

You're most welcome!

[@jenniferwolf545]

Thanks so much Dr Berg ..... I so appreciate all your incredible knowledge and the sharing . Blessings 🙏💜🌸🍃

[@thixuanlevu9694]

🙏❤ fantastic topic.Thank you so much Doctor Berg.Your advice is always owesome

[@Drberg]

Wow! Thank you so much for that.

[@lechatel]

I always wondered why I had no symptoms of menopause while many of my female contemporaries were constantly talking of hot flashes etc. This explains it very well....I have always eaten a low carb, high fat diet.

[@darina429]

So grateful for this video, dear dr Berg!🤓🙏🏽 I ve been waiting for this kind of info from you, so thank you so much!

[@Drberg]

Wow! Thank you so much for that.

[@elizabethc9843]

Thanks, just subscribed to your emails! Your teachings have been helpful 🙏🏽

[@key2lyfe]

DR. Berg has been bringing the heat !!!

[@debbaker330]

I was just worrying about this today and thinking about what I can do to help with my belly fat and fatigue. I’d started drinking lemon balm tea and it seemed to help. Thank you, Dr Berg, for giving me such a clear answer!

[@Drberg]

Glad to help!

[@YOU-niter]

@@Drberg Our go to Dr natural health advisor🫶

[@minkymandy6065]

Also, engaging in creative hobbies .. sewing, painting etc .. actively engages the parasympathetic system, counteracting the sympathetic system.

[@beth6795]

​@@minkymandy6065also, doing Jigsaw puzzles. Always a parasympathetic pleaser😊😊😊

[@thirstonhowellthebirdandfriend]

I’ve been getting on the treadmill and walking on a 7 incline at 2.1 mph slow but steady for 5 minutes then rest 15 and repeat until I hit 30 minutes total walk time and it’s really helped my stomach fat and my sleep.

[@selmaamor3921]

Thank you sooooo very much!!!! So useful and important. ❤

[@angelabosserman5012]

Dr Berg, THANK YOU for sharing your expertise with others. Would you please touch base on a situation where a woman is in surgically induced menopause and weight gain?

[@Nonyobzns]

I’m 46 and had a hysterectomy 11 years ago. It’s so hard for me to lose weight and I’m gaining rapidly so I will try these steps.

[@Drberg]

Sure. Hope this will help you. Have a nice day!

[@lorrainealves2415]

I had histerectomy 29 years ago and keto and intermittent fasting did it for me I lost 56 lbs was 198 3 yrs ago am now 142 thank god I am never going back so try keto look Dr berg’s videos they helped me a lot I am happy I found him on KZbin

[@beatricefrask5230]

How about liposuction ?

[@lorineely6921]

I’m 52 and hysterectomy 19 years ago. It’s so hard to find answers for us! No matter what I do I stay the same…😢

[@thuywu2304]

Such a great topic, very essential for women. Thank you so much and so much Doctor Berg, your analysis so well plus your advice so amazing ❤. This topic is really important for women ❤

[@trishb5738]

I was told my adrenal glands are lazy,I'm 56. Will watch this vid now. Thank you

[@reneeshuk7240]

I'm 54, been going through menopause for 10 years. My hot flashes are more intense. How do we get our adrenal glands? Sonogram? I exercise frequently, eat right. I do have the menopause belly. Thank you doc. Enjoy your day 🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@michelesnoopy]

I must have a Mercedes for a body or a gut in good conditions because I'm after menopause and I lost my belly in 2 months thanks to keto + int.fasting 16:8. Many thanks for your wise advices.

[@aysewashington5504]

Such an interesting concept. I have had experience with cortisol and exhausted adrenal glands. Instead of having too much cortisol, I was what I would term cortisol resistant (testing showed I was not deficient). However, I had constant anxiety and insomnia and this was about a decade before my menopause started. I actually started to take Cortisol in the mornings and my anxiety immediately dropped and my sleep pattern improved drastically. I felt that my adrenaline levels decreased and I think it was because my adrenal glands were overstimulated and this was causing adrenaline release with and/or instead of cortisol. But the negative feedback of taking the cortisol (prednisolone) stopped that reaction. After about 5 years of taking AM cortisol at progressively lower doses, I was finally able to wean off of it with only a minor relapse into the adrenaline feeling. I can tell when my adrenals are having a difficult time because I wake up with that adrenaline butterfly feeling in my stomach/intestines. But, now that I am fully in menopause, I no longer tolerate supplemental prednisone and I did have a battle with my midsection. I have begun to eat one main meal per day- high protein and moderate carb. I am losing the belly fat, and overall feeling better with my menopause symptoms and stamina. Adding in Potassium (based on one of your other videos) also has helped tremendously and I find that I crave starches -especially potatoes- much less since supplementing with potassium. I had toyed with the idea of estrogen supplementation, but I think I will let my adrenal glands do what they are supposed to do.

[@carolinemurphy3087]

You’ve just explained all my problems!!!! Soooo many drs. MANY questions. NO answers! I do understand, now!!

[@sarahcox9284]

Thank you for explaining this,ive learnt something very new that other drs have failed to mention,this explains a lot as to how my own menopause etc has behaved. We need more guys like this 👏

[@lisac9519]

I had absolutely no symptoms at all. Just one day my periods stopped and it’s great ! Feel the same as I did before just no period.

[@evelyntaylor4470]

Mine was very similar. No symptoms. Period stopped for 9 months, then started back. Been postmenopausal for years now. Just extra weight 😊

[@thevahandbook]

Me too. No other symptoms aside from a little brain fog and occasional warm flushes (not hot). Periods just stopped 3 years ago (I'm 52). I am relieved!

[@Indiekiwi]

Well I have 25 symptoms and have suffered since 2020. So you’re very lucky.

[@lizb4156]

I believe you I think they believe it because they're told to believe it and they've forgotten that they had all these issues before the menopause and it's a convenience excuse for not putting in work to lose weight. I know lots of actually old ladies that are slim as rakes, go hiking, walking their dog, to the shops etc.

[@lizb4156]

​@@evelyntaylor4470The weight is not related.

[@annetter.3992]

This video is supporting what I believe more and more to be my visceral fat issues. I have ALWAYS had a flat stomach up until 2 years ago when stress levels skyrocketed whilst going through perimenopause (4 years and still counting 😠). Every day I wake up bloated, sometimes painful. And when my stress levels increase, so does my stomach. I could fast for days and it wouldn’t flatten out! It’s creating a lot of self conscious anxiety too which only makes it worse! I’m convinced my nervous system is disregulated and I need to start looking into where to start to get it back to “rest and digest”. This video is right on time!

[@divergentmind2023]

you have been so helpful to me thank you

[@lakehairdontcare3398]

Thank you I had a forced hysterectomy at 39, I’m now 46 and have tested out of menopause. I’m athletic but can feel my body has changed in my abdomen - I started working out harder-nothing. Thanks for video 🎉 I need to slow down, not overtrain…ahh that feels so hard( for me, lol)

[@flipthecoin888]

Damn I need to lose it before menopause 😅 Thanks for talking about women’s issues dr berg hope to hear more

[@soulblacklady]

Great content. I find that a healthy mentality toward menopause and aging will reduce the stress level. Reduction of stress will help control the weight gain. I love this content because it gives an alternative perspective to exercising.

[@IHGChick]

Apparently YT has made it so we no longer have access to the transcript of your video. Thank you Dr. Berg for all you do and how you are attempting to circumvent this petty tyranny.

[@kennethmbox]

Excellent video for both menopause & how to manage body after intense workout!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Would it be the same to apply for body recovery after chronic illnesses?

[@rgee5176]

I am 61 F, keto for 6 years & daily IF, thanks to you. On no medication, run daily, and flat belly. Mostly ketovore these days, and my newest dietary tweek is the elimination of all seed oils, which has been amazing for fat loss.

[@lilyms5440]

Superb 🎉 would you mind to share how do you do with your running daily? I m exhauted to rundailyy aftr coming back to work at 6pm every weekdays. Many thanks

[@ManishaPatel-bn4bx]

I am in perimenopause at 51 years old nearly 52 with regular monthly periods still. Valuable info for me for the next phase when it happens for me.

[@flamingpieherman9822]

Watch Kari Anne...she talks about the symptoms and has a group support...

[@BouncySlim1]

Lord, I pray I'm not cycling at 51............ 😮😮😮😮..

[@ManishaPatel-bn4bx]

@@flamingpieherman9822 yes I love her videos and content too. Kari is funny and the humour she brings too. I am preparing myself but it's just not fair as my younger friends all have changes to their periods.

[@ManishaPatel-bn4bx]

@@BouncySlim1 can you imagine how I am feeling like when does it happen for me. My younger friends in their late 30's and mid 40's are all tracking their periods. Just not fair.

[@BouncySlim1]

@@ManishaPatel-bn4bx. I feel your pain, Manisha. I'm mid 40s. My neighbor went into menopause 4 years ago and she's my age. Because I have issues with anemia, I'm hoping menopause would help level me out a bit. (Still regular also.....but I don't know if I wanna do this for 5+ more years!!!)

[@midalysfarrat3817]

Wow! This video was so informative! Thank you for breaking it all down. I’m in my mid fifties and first started doing IF a couple of years back and lost significant weight (some say too much) I never had any menopause symptoms at all and started my premenopausal stage in my late 40’s. NOW I’m starting to have night sweats and a lot of anxiety and dizziness. My diet is on point, just wild salmon, sardines, kale or spinach a Japanese sweet potato and still doing the IF. Not a problem with my midsection or weight just wondering why these symptoms hit me so late in my menopause journey. Thank you again Doctor and I’m sorry for the rant ❤

[@yvonnelashford2969]

Try Pueraria Mirifica - a Thai herb that can safely remove all those symptoms.

[@Emma-og2jt]

No problem finding your videos where I live. Comes up right away after you have put it out there.

[@SpamMouse]

The issue is DB's videos being not promoted to people searching on a subject-key-word that are NOT already subscribers to the channel.

[@kellymartin5045]

So interesting. For me, low carb high protein, lift heavy weights 3x a week 30 minutes) lots of walking, bioidentical HRT, no alcohol. I have no belly fat but it took me years to get all of this information and finding a good doctor is almost impossible.

[@heatherphillips2715]

Omg❤❤❤❤❤ thank you Dr Berg I have been suffering with menopause the past 2 mos !

[@Avoid_Low_Frequency]

I learn so much from you everytime I watch! I have been following you for 3 years and am in the best physical health in my life.

[@Drberg]

Thanks for following!

[@mlehtonen3801]

Dr. Berg, thank you for this explanation! In my case took years to learn, but I can confidently say: You know what you're talking about. Wish there were more doctors with this knowledge base around answering our (=patients) questions. It isn't even complicated, at least you can explain all this amazing short and understandable at the same time. Please continue this valuable work, Dr. Berg.

[@Drberg]

Thanks for watching!

[@carolcarlson7633]

Fully agreed. If only all of the doctors were as honest and genuine as Dr Berg.

[@Ellsped10]

My belly fat crept on me after menopause! I did the regular exercises and healthy normal diet (Mediterranean) but didn’t pay attention till I couldn’t fit into my clothes after a year! Eventually I realized I (physically) do longer periods of exercise! Even when I reduced my calorie intake to 1300 a day! After watching your videos I realized I needed more protein and a better way of exercising! My doctor also confirmed this! This was also important because losing the belly fat without proper guidance can also decrease your muscle tissue and BONE DENSITY! Thanks doctor Berg! 😊😊❤❤❤❤

[@pdias8469]

Thank you Dr. Eric Berg. It all makes sense with this great information.

[@Drberg]

Sure. Glad you like the info shared here. Thanks for watching!

[@moniqueross4216]

Dr. Berg...thank you for your help. I am having this issue and now! I have answers to how to workout, eat, and live.

[@MyGunnie]

I love dr. Berg’s approach to menopause❤. Instead of seeing it as a deficiency disease which must be cured with taking hormones, (which is what my doctors did), he explains the system of menopause very well and how to deal with it. I have been struggling with menopausal symptoms for the last five years and changing to Keto diet as well as working on relaxation has made a big difference. Thank you dr. Berg for your videos.

[@lonceyscairnsfunfactswildlife]

Lol I mentioned this to my passengers ( I’m a taxi driver ) who are studying sports science only just yesterday and they were like “really”? And I was like yep! 😂 Cheers much again Dr Berg plus for the additional reminders too 😊❤