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Kat Storr

Exercise scientist says 'eating more' is key to losing weight in perimenopause - here's why

Bowl of high protein and high fibre foods on table with woman's hand reaching out towards it.

If you've ever wanted to lose weight, you've probably heard the phrase 'calories in versus calories out'. While it's true to a degree, losing weight in menopause isn't about eating less, but rather eating differently.

Speaking to fitness coach Loretta Hogg, Dr Stacy Sims says: “One of the first things that women often do, because we grew up in an era of calories in, calories out, less calories means fat loss. That is not true because if you are not eating enough, your body holds on to fat.”

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