Q I'm 53 and I long to go back to the weight I had as a young woman. Is losing that much realistically possible during menopause?
A Rather than forcibly returning to your 20s weight, a realistic goal focused on improving health and lab values is better. Losing even 5-10% of your starting weight greatly improves blood pressure, blood sugar, swelling, and overall condition. Such a goal is safer and easier to maintain during menopause.
Detailed Answer
A realistic menopausal weight loss goal should focus on improving health markers rather than returning to a younger weight. Losing just 5-10% of body weight noticeably improves blood pressure, blood sugar, triglycerides, knee strain, and swelling. Setting too low a target invites muscle loss and rebound, so it is better to set a gradual goal within what your body can handle.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
Dongjedang focuses on the point where your changing body feels comfortable, rather than a number. When heat rising and swelling settle and circulation revives, condition improves and weight naturally follows. Instead of forcing a return to the past, we help clear accumulated excess and revive metabolism so you settle into a healthy weight suited to your body now.
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