8 reasons you're not losing belly fat
Your hormones are out of whack
Changing hormone levels is one reason people might gain weight during menopause, especially around the abdomen, according to Eldred Taylor, MD, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Atlanta, Georgia. After menopause, fat tissue produces estrogen, and estrogen causes fat storage, creating a vicious cycle, Dr. Taylor says. Different factors can cause hormonal imbalances like this, leading to weight gain.
