Yes! I weighed between 116 and 120 with a flat tummy and lots of energy for YEARS. I turned 50, and within a couple of years, Im 150 pounds with a jiggly belly, nothing fits, i have no energy, and everything hurts. My diet hasnt changed. I have been telling my family that it's hard navigating the world in a body that doesn't feel like mine. Thank you for the validation!
My dad ALWAYS ALWAYS said this from like the past 50 years that subcutaneous fat is not the real enemy but the fat that you can’t see and is around the organs. Thank you so much for saying that aloud.
Finally someone who knows exactly what I’m feeling. I have never had belly fat - I now have two rolls in the last two years. I’m miserable, brain fog is so real, anxiety is high, mood swings are awful. I don’t even feel like myself. I don’t even like myself. Can’t wait to check out your blogs
I have begun to do intermittent fasting, Pilates, ACV in water 3xday, different tea drinks through the day with fresh lemon juice and cinnamon, I add 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to my French press coffee pot everyday …. I have lost 35 lbs since Oct 24th 👍👍👍👍👍
I’m almost 79 exercise and yoga 5 days a week. Considered to be very active for my age. The thing I worry about aging the most is losing my physical and mental independence.
I’m 75. Always have eaten well and exercised. But 15 years ago I gave up sugar. I list about 15 lbs and have kept it off. Have been intermittent fasting for two years, and still have not gained weight.
@@Cadets1986Perhaps you eat food that rise your blood sugar? I am quite sensitive myself to that, but if I stay away from sugar (given) and also eat no fast carbs, I actually have the same size I used to, still slim, but yes, a bit more around the belly, but I have accepted that, it's not that much or an issue for me. As soon as I eat pasta or even normal potatoes, processed food, beer and white bread, the fat around belly will accumulate. I eat only one roll of sourdough bread with cheese in the morning, the rest of the day, greens, protein from meat or fish (loads of salmon), seafood, lentils and so on. Once a week sweet potato. It works, but you got to stick to it. Also, if it doesn't work, check your thyroid blood work.🌸
I am 45 and went into menopause at 42 ( this is when the stubborn tummy fat speared) it took so long to be diagnosed as dr thought l was to young for menopause & blamed PCOS instead. I had to start researching all my symptoms myself & eventually realised it was menopause & l finally convinced my dr to start me on HRT ( trans dermal) I am finally where l should be a feeling good & the belly fat has reduced & the hair loss l was suffering has improved somewhat. Doctors DEFINITELY need more menopause training as it is something that effects 50% of the world’s population. 🙏🏼❤️
I want to thank you, Dr. Haver, for sharing your wisdom and experience on female menopause symptoms and treatment. After watching your interview with Mel Robbins, I began to look more into HRT and was fortunate to find a female physician willing to prescribe a combination of estradiol/micronized progesterone treatment for me. The difference this therapy has made on the quality of my health and life have been significant. No more headaches, no more strange episodes of pounding heartbeat, no more dizzying brain fog, far less hair loss and way more energy. Had I not seen your interview, I would likely still be struggling through each day feeling miserable. Thank you so much for sharing your work and your expertise to help me along with countless other women who have reached or are about to encounter menopause.
JUUUUUST started noticing slight changes in the past few months. NOT messing around and ordered your book this afternoon. The fact that you are a doctor, and certified in all the best ways and are a woman who is GOING THROUGH IT AS WELL is the absolute BEST lottery that we could all win by finding you!! 🥰🥰🥰
See a different doctor who knows about nutrition and food. This diet is just common sense and that she created it to make money turns me off. I went to see a naturopath and it changed my life. I am optimizing my health now.
My biggest fear is losing my ability to work, having mobility and cognitive function. I just found your channel and I am so grateful to have discovered your videos. I went through menopause late (56). In 2020, my doctor put me on antidepressants for my stress; and I ended up gaining 70 lbs. Since then, I haven’t been able to lose the weight, especially in my stomach. I am trying to lower my cortisol and stress, so diets don’t work. Be careful of ALL medications after menopause. They impact your hormones.
My doctor did the same thing to me and I gained 80 lbs. but luckily have gotten half back off. Keep trying!! Im going to try this diet and see if I can lose the other half!!
Antidepressants are a common go-to by doctors who don’t understand menopause. You didn’t say you are under the care of a specialist and getting HRT but if you are worried about the symptoms and health issues that hormone deficiency causes you should see someone who is knowledgeable about HRT. I can tell you my firsthand experience is that HRT works! It takes a year or so to get the level right by having several consultations and communicating well. They start women very low dose and in my case I needed the top of the range dosage to feel 90% better. Don’t settle for low dose if it doesn’t resolve your symptoms.
@@monicaledesma4084Agree, but if you put one spoon of oatmeal in it, it won't rise your blood sugar. a cup will, although. I do that, but I don't do honey (don't like it), but put a spoon of Greece full fat youghurt in it as well. And half a banana (which is sweet, I know, but that works for me) Sometimes fat can even out that little sweets in a meal, so your blood sugar won't rise from it.
I now realize in 2005 @ 55, when I had unexplained, fast onset, end-life anxiety & depression, I was right to ask my (female) D.O. primary care physician if it could be due to perimenopause. She said no, I was too young since I was still menstruating, and I was started on Lexapro immediately with weekly psycho therapy for 3 years and annual psychiatrist checks for 7 years. Weaned off on my own during COVID due to near-aversion sexual response around my husband who I love dearly and who is extremely patient and kind. Now I’ve been lax and drifting for a year til my mom crashed and entered assisted living. This video hit my stream at the best time so I don’t end up like her re: unable to lift my arms, get up from a fall, or comb my own hair. My husband AND I say ❤ Thank you!!
I just found you. I’m 37. In 2020, a malignant tumor was removed from my right ovary but I decided to have a complete hysterectomy due to the cancer. I was 130 at the time. I’m now 175. I’m learning so much from you, thank you. There is no information for women my age going through this. Emotionally I am so depressed due to the whole situation.
This is exactly what happened to me. I didn’t have any weight issues my whole life but gained 30 pounds in 2 years around menopause - all fat, especially on the belly. Have been trying to lose it for over a year now and it hasn’t budged 🥺
Hopefully this video helped! Here is a link to our 'Pause blog and quizzes that might guide you in speeding up that process: galvestondiet.com/link-in-bio/
Same! I gained 25 lbs in two years and can not get it off! Started HRT during menopause. I feel better overall but my weight has not budged. I gain and lose around 6 lbs. Constant yo yo! My weight gain is all over my body not just in the belly. I don't recognize my body. 😢
This is what happened to me. I have gained 35 lbs over the last 3 years, while I'm going through menopause. I'm dealing with weight gain in my abdomen, when I've always had a flat stomach. I'm now pre-diabetic, which is my biggest fear, because I've lost my grandmother and aunt to complications due to diabetes. This is ringing alarms. I know I have an excessive amount of visceral fat.
Hi Dr Haver. I just found you a week ago. And I'm clinging to your every word!! Thank you for teaching us about all nutrition, belly fat etc. I'm 62 and I need this content so much. I joined your course, bought the Galveston diet book and got my first weeks groceries to begin tomorrow. ❤thank you
This is my first time discovering you on UA-cam, and I’m so glad I did! Today, August 27, 2024, I listened to your talk about HRT, and it inspired me to make an appointment with my OB-GYN to discuss it. I’m hoping my OB-GYN is menopause-friendly! I’m 59, turning 60 this November, and I’m thrilled to learn it’s not too late to start HRT at this stage of my life.
This is exactly what happened to me. Started at age 49. I was a kick boxing instructor and all of a sudden… I get this belly, my whole body changed. Thank you for this information. I appreciate it
I’ve been pre diabetic for about 15 years. I am 53 now and have a history of gestational diabetes. I am 10 months PO a total abdominal hysterectomy and still have my ovaries. In the past 3 months I have had an unexplained 16 pound weight gain. This video was so helpful thank you so much!
You have explained all my questions. My gynecologist don’t know anything about it. I asked for the patch and she refused to give it to me, stated she didn’t know much about it. I am so thankful I found you. Thank You for caring about us.
I'm so happy I stumbled across you! I'm a 43 yr old post menopause woman and have been trying to find a Dr that could help me and understand what my body is going through, all the gyno doctors I've seen just brush me off and say they can't help me. So thank you so much ❤️
Yes I just learned about her on Mel Robbins she shared and haven't stopped watching her videos and also saw Halle Berry come on the news regarding menopause how the insurance doesn't support us we need to stand up for this
Love your videos- what scares me as I grow old: losing mobility, cancer, osteoporosis! Looking forward to learning more from you. I went into surgical menopause when I was 47, now, I am 57! My belly and breasts have blown up like a tick. I don’t want to grow older having to carry this around.
I agree with you on losing my mobility and strength!!! I’m 55 years old I go to the gym and work out not heavy with weights and do some cardio but I feel like I can’t get off the floor as easily as I used to or climb up steep stairs as well
I am not menopausal yet . But I was searching for information for my sister and my older gfs who are going through it . I have to tell you Dr ! You are such great doctor ! I hope you make lots of money
Everything in my body has changed so harshly. Body pain, mobility, weight gain, skin, mood. Your information is great to be able to cope and work on all of these changes but Please Please Slow down!! So we can absorb all this amazing information. Thank you for reaching out to all of us women during this difficult time. Very thankful I found your channel.
Hi! Me too! Did you know you can slow down the UA-cam videos? Look for the gear icon (my mom thinks it looks like a flower, it’s a bumpy circle) and touch it to open, then look for playback speed option. You can temporarily change the playback speed to 0.75 (more or less) to slow down her normal speech speed for just that viewing of the video (commercials will stay normal speed). The speed setting will default to normal speed (1x) for your next video, so you are only changing playback speed temporarily. I hope this helps!
@@cathyquilts2609 Good advice. I had to slow down the video too for English is not my mother tongue and since menopauses my brain has slowed down a lot. My biggest fear is that it will stop working all together one day (dementia).
I am so thrilled I found you and wish I knew about you 10 years ago! My quality of life in menopause has been awful. I was 130lbs my entire life and once I hit 55, I blew up like a balloon and had to go on hormones to try and manage severe hot flashes. I am a sponge and want to learn more!
Hi, I found you a week ago via a UA-cam video suggested to me -- maybe it was a short -- and you were talking about your book, and I bought it right then. It's arrived and is on my stationary bike console. UA-cam has since showed me a few more during the week and now it has shown me this one and I stopped what I was doing and watched the whole thing. I'm on HRT , frustrated with weight gain and muscle loss. I'm a personal trainer, and have learned of some of this through conferences but not everything. Educationally and in the industry, we are not prepared enough to help people at this stage!! So I appreciate you for being the face of this. Your information is wonderful. I'm subscribing and I'll look into your site. First person I want to help is myself!!
So glad I came across your site. My weight has been increasing over the years. I recently purchased a scale that shows the visceral and subcutaneous fat. I will now look at decreasing those two instead of weight. As a person who never really had weight issues until menopause, the weight gain has been really hard. I haven't had any good success with losing weight. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I’m terrified of losing my mind due to a family history of Alzheimer’s disease on both sides of my family. I am 49, a wife and mother to a 14 yr old and an 11 year old. I want to be there for them for a long time more!
Thank you for sharing your dauggter, your family, and some meal ideas. Love that your daughter keeps you honest and updated on nutrition and so cool that she wants to change the world! I hope she can educate the world. 🙏
I suddenly gained weight about 7 years ago, it literally happened in 2 months. Since then I haven't been able to get rid of it, kept gaining weight- about 20 kilograms (about 3 kg every year). Now I believe I know when exactly my perimenopause started and that I might have up to 3 more years until menopause hits. The information you present here is life changing and reassuring. Thank you!
I have a background in Nutrition and have been very fit most of my life, now, at 56 I am 200 pounds and it hasn't mattered what I eat - don't eat - fast - exercise I am still 200 pounds! I am hoping/praying this works for me. Completely depressing and defeating to be where I and probably others are at this time of life. Thanks.
Finally a conversation that affirms what a lot of us 50 yr old menopausal women are going through. Definitely can't eat or drink sugary stuff anymore, contributes to gastritis/ ibs/ sibo/gerd. The chronic dry mouth, starts effecting our gums and teeth . Pretty much like falling off a cliff.
May your family souls rest in peace. May the Lord strengthen and comfort you. You are a brave heart and amazing person. God bless and grant you good health. 🙏🏽
Dr. Haver- thank you for sharing all this information. I am a former St. Jude patient as well. I had the same cancer as your brother, ALL. I have been in remission for 40 years now. I love following and watching your content and I'm trying to follow the Galveston diet as well. I started to have menopause symptoms when I was 38, so I am totally feeling the menopause struggles. Just wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Keep doing what you're doing! Women are benefitting!
You were recommended to me. I've been fit all my life, including being 16%, body fat after 4 babies including 1 c-section. I went into menopause 3-4 years ago and now I'm struggling with my weight, suffer from migraines, tired, and can't get to feel right. I'm so glad you are educating us here ...
I just watched my mother die with hospice care for failure to thrive, she turned 77 two days before she died. Broke her leg 10/23 she never got up again, passed Feb/24. Im 54, stopped periods 10 yrs ago, but within the last year am experiencing the belly fat, woke up one morning, it was there. Thank you. Sorry my mom missed this information.
I was always thin and muscular until I turned 55 and menopause ran over me with the belly fat train. I gained 20 lbs all around my stomach and back, and could not get it to come off no matter what foods I ate or eliminated, how much I fasted, exercised or tried everything known to man. Then I started using the progesterone my doctor gave me, and in four weeks the belly fat was off and my muscle tone is back. Hormones. That’s what did it! Hormones.
Sudden deposition of visceral fat - (I wish I had 2 years leading up to a "normal" menopause!) Rather, an emergency hysterectomy changed my life, and I had no clue what was happening- keto wasn't working for weight loss exercise wasn't working, I was losing muscle, and a host of other menopausal symptoms... NOT ONE of the 18 doctors working on my "case" EVER SUGGESTED I might need to address hormonal issues....can't believe it! And SO, I am VERY GRATEFUL to have found you here - watch you a few times a week now - thank you....
Just came across this video. You're describing me perfectly... I am 63 now and went through early menopause (done by 50), and am a 'healthy' weight for my height (6 feet, 160 lbs). But my belly fat has increased while my weight has gone down or remained the same especially the last 4-5 years...despite hiking, working out regularly. Going to increase my protein intake and see what difference that makes. Don't want to lose weight, but I do want to gain muscle.
I’m struggling to loose the 50lbs of fat I put on after stroke at 47 ( no risk factors!). I’ve never been fat in my life until now, 7 years later I’m 53 & in menopause ( also had a hysterectomy same year as my stroke). I’m doing IF, increasing my protein, started working out 11 min on bike to warm up & lifting weights. I’m not regular with my workouts as I struggle with chronic pain stroke left me with neuropathy like pain on my affected side. I’m going to watch everything you have!
I also suffer from chronic neuropathic pain throughout my body and find exercise very difficult aside from walking. I'm 49 and am putting on weight lost my hourglass figure. I tried keto but just couldn't keep it up. Not looking forward to anything about menopause except no periods would be good.
I just subscribed to and liked your show it is the 2nd I have watched today, and you make me feel hope, I'm 72 and understand now years of suffering from everything you mention so much so I have become a recluse. I won't go into it because you already know how we all suffer. But I will listen to you and change my attitude. Thanks for streaming for us granny's.
Oh my gosh I didn't think I can love this woman/Doctor more. I am so grateful for her work and passion when it comes to helping us out here. Bless you less You BLESS You !
I put on about 10-15 lbs between Christmas and February despite a lifting routine and zipping up my eating plan. I even completed the 28-day challenge at the gym (didn't miss a day in Feb.). Upped my protein, stopped eating out so much and have been watching my macros. My arms and legs look good, and I'm like a balloon around the middle, including sides. :( SO discouraged. I'm 47 but don't know if I've started the pre-menopause cycle. Also, SO tired ALL THE TIME. Can't get out of bed most mornings. Thank you for this and all your vidoes!
At 47, with your symptoms, you're most definitely in peri-menopause. The tiredness, body aches, dry skin were my first symptoms. If you're not on HRT, you should be. If you are and still getting symptoms, you need a higher dose.
So very glad I found your channel! I'm 54 and considered peri-menopausal because I am still having a period every few months. I used to run 3 miles a day in my 40s and was in the best shape of my life but once I hit my 50s I really started to notice my balance was not the same, belly fat and lacking energy. I have been eating healthy but got out of regular exercise. I have a super nice treadmill upstairs and have weights and programs I can do.....your video has helped me to start doing something about this. I appreciate all your information! I am 5' 7" and weigh 168 :( My goal weight according to my doctor is 145. So here's to losing 23 pounds! Thank you!!!
You have been so helpful . I did my measurements after this video and I’m .83 and I’m just now 58 years old … but , I need to lose 10 lbs . I’m starting to eliminate dairy , I pretty much follow the anti-inflammatory diet naturally . The hard piece for me is strength training . I used to be a runner and cardio kept me fit until I got 52. Now I can’t seem to get back to where I want to be . I can do intermittent fasting easily for about 14 hours … is that enough ? I’m so close to being where I want to be ….. I live in Texas ( near Austin ) and I might just have to come see you !
So much wonderful information! I signed up for the signature program tonight. So excited to get started, not just as a female in her late forties, but also as someone with ulcerative colitis. I also understand about the family history of cancer. My dad died of esophageal cancer and my brother was just diagnosed with it as well. Really makes getting nutrition under control a top priority!
Loved Loved “we are here for the old lady body” Expressing the necessity of good brain health. Physical ability to move without pain. I would love to have you on my podcast, Know Your Crazy for the health segment. I too became passionate about menopause when it affect me, after witnessing women I coached struggle emotionally when I knew they had done the emotional work to elevate themselves. I started to study hormones or lack thereof. Thank you for your work.
Love that you speak so clearly, so articulately and without forgetting what you wanted to get across to people. Makes your videos very nice to watch and listen to! ❤❤❤❤
I'm 73 and although I had a healthy early life, and was strong and physical through my 40s and 50s, I had a brain hemorrhage at 57. I fear that since I had no menopausal guidance re hormones, and have mobility issues from my stroke, I now have osteoporosis. Biggest fear is falling, and as a result, an early death. I wish i had known how to handle my health. Thank you.
I’m 55 post menopausal and currently fighting breast cancer recurrence with Anastrozole. A big side effect of the aromatase inhibitors is the redistribution of fat to the belly and weight gain. Does your program address the added challenge to fight against these drugs? I delayed taking it for 6 months I was so afraid of the many side effects! I’ll definitely ask for the visceral fat measurement at my next dexa scan, so thank you! There’s not good support for BC survivors regarding lifestyle & diet changes to improve our fight against recurrence …I even met with their nutritionist and she couldn’t answer most of my questions! A lot of experts disagree on what meaningful changes to make! 🥴
I support you and love to hear that your health journey is so important to you! I recommend emailing our team at success@galvestondiet and they may have some insight. Unfortunately, if you are not already a patient, we cannot offer you individualized advice.
I'm in exactly the same situation! I am so upset with the side effects of the drugs, i also put off taking them for several months after surgery. I am now trying to beat the negative effects (sore joints, fat belly, brain fog) with diet and exercise-very helpful information here from Dr Haver!
Same here I survived breast cancer yet on Anastrozole for 7 more years and I've already gained 30 lbs it worries me I'll be way over 200 after I'm finished with my meds. I'm almost to the point of stopping my meds because of the weight gain, always ask my Dr and he doesn't have much advice.
Thanks doc! You are the best Perimenopause, menopause, post menopause doc online. To the point of advice, easy to understand and very positive vibes from the screen reaching us....
Sorry, I'm late to the party and just discovering Dr Haver through a Mel Robbins podcast. #1 Dementia & #2 Cancer. Thank you so much for everything you do to educate us!
Great info, I’m in my mid 30s but enjoy learning on menopause. Since my mother had a rough time with it, and I will go through it some day. I like being prepared cause my mom never talked to me about periods and when I got it I thought I was literally dying.😂 I’ll be ready for menopause though.
My Mon didn't either, it was awful! My periods are heavy and painful and I thought I would be glad to see the back of them but now I realise that it won't be good at all@
I have never experienced the level of depression that I am at since I entered my forties. I feel off and it worries me the most since I am not able to follow or enjoy things that I used to love.
The belly blast challenge and the sugar reduction has helped me and my clients ❤️. I think the increase of protein and fiber make the biggest difference! As well as tracking macros because there's no pretending on what you're eating - everything is logged!! ❤🎉
What about those of us who are over 75 and gained all that weight after menopause… I was fit and healthy up until I had my last period at 62… since then the weight has been unmanageable, no matte what I’ve tried.
Yes I can relate. I was fine till I went through menopause at 56. I am 65 and 5 foot tall. I eat healthy, exercise but can’t lose pounds. I lost 10 pounds and almost two sizes of clothes back in 2019. Then Covid hit and I gained it back. I take bio-identical hormones but now can’t get down to my ideal weight of 120.
YES! I just weighed myself after a long time of avoiding it, knowing that through this time of life I had gained weight, but what a shocker to see the reality. I hadn't been eating more, or much less active, but that "3 to 5 pounds" a year in peri-, meno-, and post-meno, oh yeah, it's true. I am SO looking forward to following your tips, and THANK YOU!
I fear getting dementia and secondly losing my walking and thirdly cancer. I hate my hair getting thinner, dry itchy skin, health deteriating and looking more chubby. I hate it. I use to have a good figure. I have lost control of my younger self.😒🙄
Couple of things. Thank you. I’m signing up because what you say makes sense and you’re not giving me a sob story about your mother having bad meno symptoms and how you trained to help her😂. I watched you on diary of ceo. I take him seriously he’s not a fad reporter or influencer. He is authentic!! I’m pleased I found him and you.
Hello from Australia, i just found you. I just started peri menopause and experiencing these symptoms. Love that session. Im a cancer nurse specialist here btw
I’m 61 and starting a couple of years ago started with a wider waisted and weight gain …… 5-6 168 lbs. have hypothyroidism hashimotos as well ….. I am the heaviest i’ve been finding it sooo hard to lose weight take estradiol once week. progesterone nightly. Have been told to stop progesterone because of age ……. ughhhh. LOVE seeing your videos ❤
This is incredible! I have Lupus and I believe I’m going through menopause right now and I feel so fat and lazy smh The hot flashes and night sweats alone make me want to cry real tears! I’ve had a heart attack and stroke within the last five years, I’m 43 and never not once has the doctors mentioned anything about menopause being a factor. Anything that lands me in the hospital is always diagnosed as Lupus. I had a stroke last year and I was put on a high dosage of steroids and my anger was out of control! I literally was cussing everybody out the first three months of being on steroids lol smh I thought about admitting myself for mental health issues lol I also gained over 50lbs in less then a year! It’s insane! So my question is with me having lupus and heart disease is it healthy for me to be on hormones? I like to learn as much as I can before going to see a doctor because I’ve had some terrible experiences with doctors especially since I have to see several different specialist and they all say different things when I ask questions. It’s so annoying.
I am sorry to hear about your struggle!! HRT is different for everyone and unfortunately, if you are not already a patient, we cannot offer you individualized advice about menopause or HRT. I do not currently conduct well-woman exams. Initial appointments (in-person and virtual) must be conducted within the state of Texas. I invite you to book an in-person appointment here at our Friendswood, Texas-based clinic, or call (409) 939-1123 to inquire about a telemedicine appointment in the state of Texas.
I’m 48, still get regular periods, but can see and feel a big difference on my belly, my energy levels and moods during the monthly cycle. Also, somehow I have hot flashes during the month, maybe once or twice in the middle of the night 🤷🏼♀️
I’m post menopause, I’m almost 65 & for the past 2 years have more fat around my waist. Previously never had a problem dropping a few pounds & keeping my waist smaller. My fat is all over my torso. I walk most every day & do a lot of house work. My waist is getting larger🥺
My biggest fear is not being able to maintain my fitness because of injury, mobility, or chronic soreness. My other fear is losing my mental flexibility. I’m really active and very health conscious. I want to continue that and the benefits of it.
Just read a 3/24 study saying lipolysis becomes the most effective if u have a baseline of 8K steps per day. Adding these extra steps has really made a difference for me. I was eating 900-1400 cals per day(whole food only) and working out 3x per week strength training (~1 hour ) and mixed cardio 5x per week. The rest of the day I was pretty sedentary. I was so discouraged that I was only losing 1lb per week. Read the study showing that fat lipolysis becomes most effective after 8K steps a day ( intensity was insignificant) This has been a life changer. Losing 3-4lbs per week and increasing muscle mass. It’s only been a month so we will see how the long term effects play out.
Hey Doc!.thanks for sharing the insight on what is actually going on inside my body. I am too going through post menopausal changes. I am turning 50 and feeling horrible on my body...inside and outside ...my inflammation count CRP is high .much high...i even Googled on what going on with me!. ..but yeah now very much i know how to fix myself with proper nutrition and exercise. thanks for boosting my confidence. ❤ much love from India. !
Thank you for your great advices Dr Mary Clair I’m in progressive menopause and just watched your informative video which definitely wil help me reduce my weight and my belly fat ! Watching you from Greece
I’m a body building enthusiast. I’ve had a 6 pack for 20 years…except now I’m 50. Since I entered menopause, the stomach is of course where I noticed things changing. I now have a bit of puffiness surrounding my belly button so the muscles are not peeking through like they used to. It is unbelievable watching my body change right before my eyes. I am currently on HRT pellets also.
Intermittent fasting is the best solution. It works because it addresses the insulin resistance that occurs with menopause. Watch Dr.Jason Fung’s UA-cam.
@@loveandhappiness1111 I do 18:6 and on occasion narrow the window to 20:4. I'm 62 and like you have been lifting weights and doing yoga. I also take the HRT including testosterone. (Dr. Louise Newsome is a great resource for HRT). It's the only thing that has worked. I'm sure you know this but stay away from processed foods. Focus on Protein, fats and fiber (vegis, high fiber nuts). Real food. Limit the bad carbs. If I can do it you can do it too!
I felt like I dropped off the face of the earth when I started to go through the aging and menopause process- no prior teaching not prep was afforded and then when in - no resources to find out what to do - thank you for this - and yes - I work out 5+ days a week - running - yoga and paddle boarding - not easy stuff - and I am gaining weight - so frustrating
Yes! I weighed between 116 and 120 with a flat tummy and lots of energy for YEARS. I turned 50, and within a couple of years, Im 150 pounds with a jiggly belly, nothing fits, i have no energy, and everything hurts. My diet hasnt changed. I have been telling my family that it's hard navigating the world in a body that doesn't feel like mine. Thank you for the validation!
I so feel you.😢
Ditto! I thought it was just me. It's so frustrating
Same here!
Oh yeah that’s me
Omg! That me. 😢 😭
My dad ALWAYS ALWAYS said this from like the past 50 years that subcutaneous fat is not the real enemy but the fat that you can’t see and is around the organs. Thank you so much for saying that aloud.
Finally someone who knows exactly what I’m feeling. I have never had belly fat - I now have two rolls in the last two years. I’m miserable, brain fog is so real, anxiety is high, mood swings are awful.
I don’t even feel like myself. I don’t even like myself.
Can’t wait to check out your blogs
Sounds like me right now. 😞
Try bio-identical hormones. Life-changing and healthy.
Also try the Dr mindy Pelz,she s a professional menopause dr and has some amazing fasting protocols suitable for women .
I have begun to do intermittent fasting, Pilates, ACV in water 3xday, different tea drinks through the day with fresh lemon juice and cinnamon, I add 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to my French press coffee pot everyday …. I have lost 35 lbs since Oct 24th 👍👍👍👍👍
How do take the ACV in water 3 times a day It is hard for me?
What's ACV?
Apple cider vinegar @@heavenhaven7254
@@heavenhaven7254 ACV is Apple Cider Vinegar 😊
How are you feeling now?
I’m almost 79 exercise and yoga 5 days a week. Considered to be very active for my age. The thing I worry about aging the most is losing my physical and mental independence.
I’m 75. Always have eaten well and exercised. But 15 years ago I gave up sugar. I list about 15 lbs and have kept it off. Have been intermittent fasting for two years, and still have not gained weight.
well God bless you. I do all of those and haven't lost an ounce.
What is intermitent fasting?
May God continue too Always Bless you 🙏🏽 🙏🏽
That’s specific confirmation for me. Things I already know but ignore/justify to protect my love of truffles.
@@Cadets1986Perhaps you eat food that rise your blood sugar? I am quite sensitive myself to that, but if I stay away from sugar (given) and also eat no fast carbs, I actually have the same size I used to, still slim, but yes, a bit more around the belly, but I have accepted that, it's not that much or an issue for me. As soon as I eat pasta or even normal potatoes, processed food, beer and white bread, the fat around belly will accumulate. I eat only one roll of sourdough bread with cheese in the morning, the rest of the day, greens, protein from meat or fish (loads of salmon), seafood, lentils and so on. Once a week sweet potato. It works, but you got to stick to it. Also, if it doesn't work, check your thyroid blood work.🌸
This video should be seen by all women in Menopause. Thank you for sharing! Most complete and clarifying video I’ve ever seen in internet.
I am 45 and went into menopause at 42 ( this is when the stubborn tummy fat speared) it took so long to be diagnosed as dr thought l was to young for menopause & blamed PCOS instead.
I had to start researching all my symptoms myself & eventually realised it was menopause & l finally convinced my dr to start me on HRT ( trans dermal) I am finally
where l should be a feeling good & the belly fat has reduced & the hair loss l was suffering has improved somewhat. Doctors DEFINITELY need more menopause training as it is something that effects 50% of the world’s population.
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I want to thank you, Dr. Haver, for sharing your wisdom and experience on female menopause symptoms and treatment. After watching your interview with Mel Robbins, I began to look more into HRT and was fortunate to find a female physician willing to prescribe a combination of estradiol/micronized progesterone treatment for me. The difference this therapy has made on the quality of my health and life have been significant. No more headaches, no more strange episodes of pounding heartbeat, no more dizzying brain fog, far less hair loss and way more energy. Had I not seen your interview, I would likely still be struggling through each day feeling miserable. Thank you so much for sharing your work and your expertise to help me along with countless other women who have reached or are about to encounter menopause.
Losing my memory, my independence, my mobility and cancer
JUUUUUST started noticing slight changes in the past few months. NOT messing around and ordered your book this afternoon. The fact that you are a doctor, and certified in all the best ways and are a woman who is GOING THROUGH IT AS WELL is the absolute BEST lottery that we could all win by finding you!! 🥰🥰🥰
See a different doctor who knows about nutrition and food. This diet is just common sense and that she created it to make money turns me off. I went to see a naturopath and it changed my life. I am optimizing my health now.
My biggest fear is losing my ability to work, having mobility and cognitive function. I just found your channel and I am so grateful to have discovered your videos. I went through menopause late (56). In 2020, my doctor put me on antidepressants for my stress; and I ended up gaining 70 lbs. Since then, I haven’t been able to lose the weight, especially in my stomach. I am trying to lower my cortisol and stress, so diets don’t work. Be careful of ALL medications after menopause. They impact your hormones.
My doctor did the same thing to me and I gained 80 lbs. but luckily have gotten half back off. Keep trying!! Im going to try this diet and see if I can lose the other half!!
Same here I have gained 50 pounds.
Same here I used to weigh 150. I thought I was horribly overweight. I only wish to be back to 150
Antidepressants are a common go-to by doctors who don’t understand menopause. You didn’t say you are under the care of a specialist and getting HRT but if you are worried about the symptoms and health issues that hormone deficiency causes you should see someone who is knowledgeable about HRT. I can tell you my firsthand experience is that HRT works! It takes a year or so to get the level right by having several consultations and communicating well. They start women very low dose and in my case I needed the top of the range dosage to feel 90% better. Don’t settle for low dose if it doesn’t resolve your symptoms.
What anti were you put on
Oatmeal, Chia, gr. Flax, chopped apples, blueberries cinnamon, honey every morning!
To much sugar as a break fast..
Oatmeal ❌
Chia ✅
Flax ✅
Apples ❌
Blueberries ✅
Cinnamon ✅
Honey ❌
@@monicaledesma4084Agree, but if you put one spoon of oatmeal in it, it won't rise your blood sugar. a cup will, although. I do that, but I don't do honey (don't like it), but put a spoon of Greece full fat youghurt in it as well. And half a banana (which is sweet, I know, but that works for me) Sometimes fat can even out that little sweets in a meal, so your blood sugar won't rise from it.
I now realize in 2005 @ 55, when I had unexplained, fast onset, end-life anxiety & depression, I was right to ask my (female) D.O. primary care physician if it could be due to perimenopause. She said no, I was too young since I was still menstruating, and I was started on Lexapro immediately with weekly psycho therapy for 3 years and annual psychiatrist checks for 7 years. Weaned off on my own during COVID due to near-aversion sexual response around my husband who I love dearly and who is extremely patient and kind. Now I’ve been lax and drifting for a year til my mom crashed and entered assisted living. This video hit my stream at the best time so I don’t end up like her re: unable to lift my arms, get up from a fall, or comb my own hair.
My husband AND I say
❤ Thank you!!
Aging…worst fear is chronic pain and then losing my memory.
I just found you. I’m 37. In 2020, a malignant tumor was removed from my right ovary but I decided to have a complete hysterectomy due to the cancer. I was 130 at the time. I’m now 175. I’m learning so much from you, thank you. There is no information for women my age going through this. Emotionally I am so depressed due to the whole situation.
You are welcome in the Galveston Diet community and we'd love to have you. You can check out the program at www.galvestondiet.com
This is exactly what happened to me. I didn’t have any weight issues my whole life but gained 30 pounds in 2 years around menopause - all fat, especially on the belly. Have been trying to lose it for over a year now and it hasn’t budged 🥺
Hopefully this video helped! Here is a link to our 'Pause blog and quizzes that might guide you in speeding up that process: galvestondiet.com/link-in-bio/
me too
Same!
Me too
Same! I gained 25 lbs in two years and can not get it off! Started HRT during menopause. I feel better overall but my weight has not budged. I gain and lose around 6 lbs. Constant yo yo! My weight gain is all over my body not just in the belly. I don't recognize my body. 😢
This is what happened to me. I have gained 35 lbs over the last 3 years, while I'm going through menopause. I'm dealing with weight gain in my abdomen, when I've always had a flat stomach. I'm now pre-diabetic, which is my biggest fear, because I've lost my grandmother and aunt to complications due to diabetes. This is ringing alarms. I know I have an excessive amount of visceral fat.
Hi Dr Haver. I just found you a week ago. And I'm clinging to your every word!! Thank you for teaching us about all nutrition, belly fat etc. I'm 62 and I need this content so much. I joined your course, bought the Galveston diet book and got my first weeks groceries to begin tomorrow. ❤thank you
This is my first time discovering you on UA-cam, and I’m so glad I did! Today, August 27, 2024, I listened to your talk about HRT, and it inspired me to make an appointment with my OB-GYN to discuss it. I’m hoping my OB-GYN is menopause-friendly! I’m 59, turning 60 this November, and I’m thrilled to learn it’s not too late to start HRT at this stage of my life.
This is exactly what happened to me. Started at age 49. I was a kick boxing instructor and all of a sudden… I get this belly, my whole body changed. Thank you for this information. I appreciate it
Thanks for watching!
I’ve been pre diabetic for about 15 years. I am 53 now and have a history of gestational diabetes. I am 10 months PO a total abdominal hysterectomy and still have my ovaries. In the past 3 months I have had an unexplained 16 pound weight gain. This video was so helpful thank you so much!
You have explained all my questions. My gynecologist don’t know anything about it. I asked for the patch and she refused to give it to me, stated she didn’t know much about it. I am so thankful I found you. Thank You for caring about us.
I'm so happy I stumbled across you! I'm a 43 yr old post menopause woman and have been trying to find a Dr that could help me and understand what my body is going through, all the gyno doctors I've seen just brush me off and say they can't help me. So thank you so much ❤️
Bless your heart for giving menopause women a voice and help!
Right!?!? She is amazing I just learned about her and her practice recently. I adore her for being her own hero & being a #MenopauseWarrior ❤️🩹❤️🙏🏻
Yes I just learned about her on Mel Robbins she shared and haven't stopped watching her videos and also saw Halle Berry come on the news regarding menopause how the insurance doesn't support us we need to stand up for this
Love your videos- what scares me as I grow old: losing mobility, cancer, osteoporosis! Looking forward to learning more from you. I went into surgical menopause when I was 47, now, I am 57! My belly and breasts have blown up like a tick. I don’t want to grow older having to carry this around.
Happy to be of service! Learn more at our blogs: www.galvestondiet.com
I agree with you on losing my mobility and strength!!! I’m 55 years old I go to the gym and work out not heavy with weights and do some cardio but I feel like I can’t get off the floor as easily as I used to or climb up steep stairs as well
How can we battle visceral fat?
I have gastroparises, can I have soluble fibre? I was told by a diabetic nutritionist that fibre is difficult to digest 😢
I’m so very grateful to have found this video!!! I cannot find a doctor who understands what I am going through.
I am not menopausal yet . But I was searching for information for my sister and my older gfs who are going through it . I have to tell you Dr ! You are such great doctor ! I hope you make lots of money
Everything in my body has changed so harshly. Body pain, mobility, weight gain, skin, mood.
Your information is great to be able to cope and work on all of these changes but Please Please Slow down!! So we can absorb all this amazing information. Thank you for reaching out to all of us women during this difficult time. Very thankful I found your channel.
Hi! Me too! Did you know you can slow down the UA-cam videos? Look for the gear icon (my mom thinks it looks like a flower, it’s a bumpy circle) and touch it to open, then look for playback speed option. You can temporarily change the playback speed to 0.75 (more or less) to slow down her normal speech speed for just that viewing of the video (commercials will stay normal speed). The speed setting will default to normal speed (1x) for your next video, so you are only changing playback speed temporarily. I hope this helps!
@@cathyquilts2609 Good advice. I had to slow down the video too for English is not my mother tongue and since menopauses my brain has slowed down a lot. My biggest fear is that it will stop working all together one day (dementia).
I am so thrilled I found you and wish I knew about you 10 years ago! My quality of life in menopause has been awful. I was 130lbs my entire life and once I hit 55, I blew up like a balloon and had to go on hormones to try and manage severe hot flashes. I am a sponge and want to learn more!
Learn more at our blogs: www.galvestondiet.com
Hi, I found you a week ago via a UA-cam video suggested to me -- maybe it was a short -- and you were talking about your book, and I bought it right then. It's arrived and is on my stationary bike console. UA-cam has since showed me a few more during the week and now it has shown me this one and I stopped what I was doing and watched the whole thing. I'm on HRT , frustrated with weight gain and muscle loss. I'm a personal trainer, and have learned of some of this through conferences but not everything. Educationally and in the industry, we are not prepared enough to help people at this stage!! So I appreciate you for being the face of this. Your information is wonderful. I'm subscribing and I'll look into your site. First person I want to help is myself!!
So glad I came across your site. My weight has been increasing over the years. I recently purchased a scale that shows the visceral and subcutaneous fat. I will now look at decreasing those two instead of weight. As a person who never really had weight issues until menopause, the weight gain has been really hard. I haven't had any good success with losing weight. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you for watching!
Intermittent fasting
Be sure to Sleep well
I totally changed my lifestyle to minimize stress. This is key for me!
I’m terrified of losing my mind due to a family history of Alzheimer’s disease on both sides of my family. I am
49, a wife and mother to a 14 yr old and an 11 year old. I want to be there for them for a long time more!
Losing mobility, losing cognitive ability, being functional and take care of myself.
Thank you for sharing your dauggter, your family, and some meal ideas.
Love that your daughter keeps you honest and updated on nutrition and so cool that she wants to change the world! I hope she can educate the world. 🙏
Thank you!!
The fat, the agitation, the lack of sleep, and the aching pains are making me a little depressed. I miss me.
❤ it’s ok. Give yourself some grace. Make a new plan. You can do it!
@@cbreighner2136 Yes , you can do it!! We're all going through this. WE WILL MAKE IT!!
How I relate and understand. I believe there is hope for us through lifestyle changes God Bless you 🙏♥️
Please thank your daughter for adding her bit as it helped me as I love smoothies 😀👍
I suddenly gained weight about 7 years ago, it literally happened in 2 months. Since then I haven't been able to get rid of it, kept gaining weight- about 20 kilograms (about 3 kg every year). Now I believe I know when exactly my perimenopause started and that I might have up to 3 more years until menopause hits. The information you present here is life changing and reassuring. Thank you!
I have a background in Nutrition and have been very fit most of my life, now, at 56 I am 200 pounds and it hasn't mattered what I eat - don't eat - fast - exercise I am still 200 pounds! I am hoping/praying this works for me. Completely depressing and defeating to be where I and probably others are at this time of life.
Thanks.
Finally a conversation that affirms what a lot of us 50 yr old menopausal women are going through. Definitely can't eat or drink sugary stuff anymore, contributes to gastritis/ ibs/ sibo/gerd. The chronic dry mouth, starts effecting our gums and teeth . Pretty much like falling off a cliff.
That's what I'm here for! Keep it up!
May your family souls rest in peace. May the Lord strengthen and comfort you. You are a brave heart and amazing person. God bless and grant you good health. 🙏🏽
Dr. Haver- thank you for sharing all this information. I am a former St. Jude patient as well. I had the same cancer as your brother, ALL. I have been in remission for 40 years now. I love following and watching your content and I'm trying to follow the Galveston diet as well. I started to have menopause symptoms when I was 38, so I am totally feeling the menopause struggles. Just wanted to thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Keep doing what you're doing! Women are benefitting!
You were recommended to me. I've been fit all my life, including being 16%, body fat after 4 babies including 1 c-section. I went into menopause 3-4 years ago and now I'm struggling with my weight, suffer from migraines, tired, and can't get to feel right. I'm so glad you are educating us here ...
Omg I have been talking about getting rid of my visceral fat for years.Doctors just don't get it.Thank you thank you❤❤❤
I just watched my mother die with hospice care for failure to thrive, she turned 77 two days before she died. Broke her leg 10/23 she never got up again, passed Feb/24. Im 54, stopped periods 10 yrs ago, but within the last year am experiencing the belly fat, woke up one morning, it was there. Thank you. Sorry my mom missed this information.
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I was always thin and muscular until I turned 55 and menopause ran over me with the belly fat train. I gained 20 lbs all around my stomach and back, and could not get it to come off no matter what foods I ate or eliminated, how much I fasted, exercised or tried everything known to man. Then I started using the progesterone my doctor gave me, and in four weeks the belly fat was off and my muscle tone is back. Hormones. That’s what did it! Hormones.
What other benefits besides weight loss have you noticed from taking progesterone?
Did you take any estradiol as well or just progesterone?
Sudden deposition of visceral fat - (I wish I had 2 years leading up to a "normal" menopause!) Rather, an emergency hysterectomy changed my life, and I had no clue what was happening- keto wasn't working for weight loss exercise wasn't working, I was losing muscle, and a host of other menopausal symptoms... NOT ONE of the 18 doctors working on my "case" EVER SUGGESTED I might need to address hormonal issues....can't believe it! And SO, I am VERY GRATEFUL to have found you here - watch you a few times a week now - thank you....
Hi Mary, Im a Registered Dietitian and 48. Thanks for your helpful info. I'm educating myself so I can help my weight loss clients over 45.
Just came across this video. You're describing me perfectly... I am 63 now and went through early menopause (done by 50), and am a 'healthy' weight for my height (6 feet, 160 lbs). But my belly fat has increased while my weight has gone down or remained the same especially the last 4-5 years...despite hiking, working out regularly. Going to increase my protein intake and see what difference that makes. Don't want to lose weight, but I do want to gain muscle.
I’m struggling to loose the 50lbs of fat I put on after stroke at 47 ( no risk factors!). I’ve never been fat in my life until now, 7 years later I’m 53 & in menopause ( also had a hysterectomy same year as my stroke). I’m doing IF, increasing my protein, started working out 11 min on bike to warm up & lifting weights. I’m not regular with my workouts as I struggle with chronic pain stroke left me with neuropathy like pain on my affected side. I’m going to watch everything you have!
I also suffer from chronic neuropathic pain throughout my body and find exercise very difficult aside from walking. I'm 49 and am putting on weight lost my hourglass figure. I tried keto but just couldn't keep it up. Not looking forward to anything about menopause except no periods would be good.
I just subscribed to and liked your show it is the 2nd I have watched today, and you make me feel hope, I'm 72 and understand now years of suffering from everything you mention so much so I have become a recluse. I won't go into it because you already know how we all suffer. But I will listen to you and change my attitude. Thanks for streaming for us granny's.
Oh my gosh I didn't think I can love this woman/Doctor more. I am so grateful for her work and passion when it comes to helping us out here. Bless you less You BLESS You !
I have told my husband that 10 pounds came on in menopause without diet change. So glad to have found your knowledge!
I put on about 10-15 lbs between Christmas and February despite a lifting routine and zipping up my eating plan. I even completed the 28-day challenge at the gym (didn't miss a day in Feb.). Upped my protein, stopped eating out so much and have been watching my macros. My arms and legs look good, and I'm like a balloon around the middle, including sides. :( SO discouraged. I'm 47 but don't know if I've started the pre-menopause cycle. Also, SO tired ALL THE TIME. Can't get out of bed most mornings.
Thank you for this and all your vidoes!
I hear you! We have a great full nutritional plan to learn about: www.galvestondiet.com
At 47, with your symptoms, you're most definitely in peri-menopause. The tiredness, body aches, dry skin were my first symptoms. If you're not on HRT, you should be. If you are and still getting symptoms, you need a higher dose.
4th yr perimenopause and this is seriously hitting home! Answers so much!!
Wish I’d seen this 15 years ago. I’m 60 and playing catch-up on being healthy.
Keep it up! We are here to help. Check out more on galvestondiet.com for more information!
So very glad I found your channel! I'm 54 and considered peri-menopausal because I am still having a period every few months. I used to run 3 miles a day in my 40s and was in the best shape of my life but once I hit my 50s I really started to notice my balance was not the same, belly fat and lacking energy. I have been eating healthy but got out of regular exercise. I have a super nice treadmill upstairs and have weights and programs I can do.....your video has helped me to start doing something about this. I appreciate all your information! I am 5' 7" and weigh 168 :( My goal weight according to my doctor is 145. So here's to losing 23 pounds! Thank you!!!
Such great information! So many people our age complain about these symptoms and don’t know what to do. Love this. Thank you!!
You have been so helpful . I did my measurements after this video and I’m .83 and I’m just now 58 years old … but , I need to lose 10 lbs . I’m starting to eliminate dairy , I pretty much follow the anti-inflammatory diet naturally . The hard piece for me is strength training . I used to be a runner and cardio kept me fit until I got 52. Now I can’t seem to get back to where I want to be . I can do intermittent fasting easily for about 14 hours … is that enough ? I’m so close to being where I want to be …..
I live in Texas ( near Austin ) and I might just have to come see you !
Happy to help! 16/8 is recommended! Those extra two hours may not be easy at first, but if you can try that it will be a huge change. Good Luck!
So much wonderful information! I signed up for the signature program tonight. So excited to get started, not just as a female in her late forties, but also as someone with ulcerative colitis. I also understand about the family history of cancer. My dad died of esophageal cancer and my brother was just diagnosed with it as well. Really makes getting nutrition under control a top priority!
Good luck on your journey!
I tried intermittent fasting. It worked for a while. Not anymore. What actually helps now that I’m 63 is eating regular meals and watching my macros.
Loved Loved “we are here for the old lady body” Expressing the necessity of good brain health. Physical ability to move without pain. I would love to have you on my podcast, Know Your Crazy for the health segment. I too became passionate about menopause when it affect me, after witnessing women I coached struggle emotionally when I knew they had done the emotional work to elevate themselves. I started to study hormones or lack thereof. Thank you for your work.
I love your videos. I have PCOS along with peri menopause so I feel screwed! This weight gain is no joke
Thank you!
Love that you speak so clearly, so articulately and without forgetting what you wanted to get across to people. Makes your videos very nice to watch and listen to! ❤❤❤❤
I'm 73 and although I had a healthy early life, and was strong and physical through my 40s and 50s, I had a brain hemorrhage at 57. I fear that since I had no menopausal guidance re hormones, and have mobility issues from my stroke, I now have osteoporosis. Biggest fear is falling, and as a result, an early death. I wish i had known how to handle my health. Thank you.
I’m 55 post menopausal and currently fighting breast cancer recurrence with Anastrozole. A big side effect of the aromatase inhibitors is the redistribution of fat to the belly and weight gain. Does your program address the added challenge to fight against these drugs? I delayed taking it for 6 months I was so afraid of the many side effects! I’ll definitely ask for the visceral fat measurement at my next dexa scan, so thank you! There’s not good support for BC survivors regarding lifestyle & diet changes to improve our fight against recurrence …I even met with their nutritionist and she couldn’t answer most of my questions! A lot of experts disagree on what meaningful changes to make! 🥴
I support you and love to hear that your health journey is so important to you!
I recommend emailing our team at success@galvestondiet and they may have some insight. Unfortunately, if you are not already a patient, we cannot offer you individualized advice.
Please do search black seed oil for cancer as it help with chemotherapy and do you research on fasting as it is also helpful . GOD bless 🙌
I'm in exactly the same situation! I am so upset with the side effects of the drugs, i also put off taking them for several months after surgery. I am now trying to beat the negative effects (sore joints, fat belly, brain fog) with diet and exercise-very helpful information here from Dr Haver!
Same here I survived breast cancer yet on Anastrozole for 7 more years and I've already gained 30 lbs it worries me I'll be way over 200 after I'm finished with my meds. I'm almost to the point of stopping my meds because of the weight gain, always ask my Dr and he doesn't have much advice.
My biggest fear is not being able to walk or move.
Thanks doc! You are the best Perimenopause, menopause, post menopause doc online. To the point of advice, easy to understand and very positive vibes from the screen reaching us....
Sorry, I'm late to the party and just discovering Dr Haver through a Mel Robbins podcast. #1 Dementia & #2 Cancer. Thank you so much for everything you do to educate us!
"I'm here for your old lady body." Yaaasss!!!
Great info, I’m in my mid 30s but enjoy learning on menopause. Since my mother had a rough time with it, and I will go through it some day. I like being prepared cause my mom never talked to me about periods and when I got it I thought I was literally dying.😂 I’ll be ready for menopause though.
Same for me as well. I’m in my thirties and my period was a big messy surprise I was not prepared for.
It's always good to be prepared!
My Mon didn't either, it was awful! My periods are heavy and painful and I thought I would be glad to see the back of them but now I realise that it won't be good at all@
Same! I thought my liver comes out 😅.
I have never experienced the level of depression that I am at since I entered my forties. I feel off and it worries me the most since I am not able to follow or enjoy things that I used to love.
Your hormones sound imbalanced😢
May God keep his arms around you in living with loss. Thank you for using your passion to help so many🙏
This information is so on point, I can eat grass and still not lose weight , a game changer and I definitely have the belly fat:(
Glad this helped, thanks for watching!
The belly blast challenge and the sugar reduction has helped me and my clients ❤️. I think the increase of protein and fiber make the biggest difference! As well as tracking macros because there's no pretending on what you're eating - everything is logged!! ❤🎉
What about those of us who are over 75 and gained all that weight after menopause… I was fit and healthy up until I had my last period at 62… since then the weight has been unmanageable, no matte what I’ve tried.
Yes I can relate. I was fine till I went through menopause at 56. I am 65 and 5 foot tall. I eat healthy, exercise but can’t lose pounds. I lost 10 pounds and almost two sizes of clothes back in 2019. Then Covid hit and I gained it back. I take bio-identical hormones but now can’t get down to my ideal weight of 120.
It's all about healthy habits. The galvestondiet.com has many tips on how to manage your weight.
YES! I just weighed myself after a long time of avoiding it, knowing that through this time of life I had gained weight, but what a shocker to see the reality. I hadn't been eating more, or much less active, but that "3 to 5 pounds" a year in peri-, meno-, and post-meno, oh yeah, it's true. I am SO looking forward to following your tips, and THANK YOU!
I am SO glad I found you Dr. You’re a great educator & so real & relatable. Have a lovely day!!
I fear getting dementia and secondly losing my walking and thirdly cancer. I hate my hair getting thinner, dry itchy skin, health deteriating and looking more chubby. I hate it. I use to have a good figure. I have lost control of my younger self.😒🙄
Me too but we have to fight it for our older health.
Couple of things. Thank you. I’m signing up because what you say makes sense and you’re not giving me a sob story about your mother having bad meno symptoms and how you trained to help her😂. I watched you on diary of ceo. I take him seriously he’s not a fad reporter or influencer. He is authentic!! I’m pleased I found him and you.
Hello from Australia, i just found you. I just started peri menopause and experiencing these symptoms. Love that session. Im a cancer nurse specialist here btw
Love this. Thank you Dr Mary Claire.
I’m 61 and starting a couple of years ago started with a wider waisted and weight gain …… 5-6 168 lbs. have hypothyroidism hashimotos as well ….. I am the heaviest i’ve been finding it sooo hard to lose weight take estradiol once week. progesterone nightly. Have been told to stop progesterone because of age ……. ughhhh.
LOVE seeing your videos ❤
Love this. I’m so glad I found you. I am post menopause and have just started notice the belly. So informative. My biggest fear is Cancer.
This is incredible! I have Lupus and I believe I’m going through menopause right now and I feel so fat and lazy smh The hot flashes and night sweats alone make me want to cry real tears! I’ve had a heart attack and stroke within the last five years, I’m 43 and never not once has the doctors mentioned anything about menopause being a factor. Anything that lands me in the hospital is always diagnosed as Lupus. I had a stroke last year and I was put on a high dosage of steroids and my anger was out of control! I literally was cussing everybody out the first three months of being on steroids lol smh I thought about admitting myself for mental health issues lol I also gained over 50lbs in less then a year! It’s insane! So my question is with me having lupus and heart disease is it healthy for me to be on hormones? I like to learn as much as I can before going to see a doctor because I’ve had some terrible experiences with doctors especially since I have to see several different specialist and they all say different things when I ask questions. It’s so annoying.
I am sorry to hear about your struggle!! HRT is different for everyone and unfortunately, if you are not already a patient, we cannot offer you individualized advice about menopause or HRT. I do not currently conduct well-woman exams. Initial appointments (in-person and virtual) must be conducted within the state of Texas. I invite you to book an in-person appointment here at our Friendswood, Texas-based clinic, or call (409) 939-1123 to inquire about a telemedicine appointment in the state of Texas.
I’m 48, still get regular periods, but can see and feel a big difference on my belly, my energy levels and moods during the monthly cycle. Also, somehow I have hot flashes during the month, maybe once or twice in the middle of the night 🤷🏼♀️
Omg I m exactly the same
I’m post menopause, I’m almost 65 & for the past 2 years have more fat around my waist. Previously never had a problem dropping a few pounds & keeping my waist smaller.
My fat is all over my torso.
I walk most every day & do a lot of house work.
My waist is getting larger🥺
I never had weight issues either.
At age 68 I gained 20#. Have been doing keto for 2 years and have only lost 13 lbs.
And My belly is still here.
@@joyculver5975 Frustrating, so happy to have found this site. I call her Dr. Menopause.
My biggest fear is not being able to maintain my fitness because of injury, mobility, or chronic soreness. My other fear is losing my mental flexibility. I’m really active and very health conscious. I want to continue that and the benefits of it.
The mother-daughter interaction is SO cute!
Just read a 3/24 study saying lipolysis becomes the most effective if u have a baseline of 8K steps per day. Adding these extra steps has really made a difference for me.
I was eating 900-1400 cals per day(whole food only) and working out 3x per week strength training (~1 hour ) and mixed cardio 5x per week. The rest of the day I was pretty sedentary. I was so discouraged that I was only losing 1lb per week.
Read the study showing that fat lipolysis becomes most effective after 8K steps a day ( intensity was insignificant)
This has been a life changer. Losing 3-4lbs per week and increasing muscle mass. It’s only been a month so we will see how the long term effects play out.
Hey Doc!.thanks for sharing the insight on what is actually going on inside my body. I am too going through post menopausal changes. I am turning 50 and feeling horrible on my body...inside and outside ...my inflammation count CRP is high .much high...i even Googled on what going on with me!. ..but yeah now very much i know how to fix myself with proper nutrition and exercise. thanks for boosting my confidence. ❤ much love from India. !
I am so happy to hear this! Best of luck on your journey!
Love that your daughter joined you. So cool. Thank you for the info
Thank you for your great advices Dr Mary Clair I’m in progressive menopause and just watched your informative video which definitely wil help me reduce my weight and my belly fat ! Watching you from Greece
I’m a body building enthusiast. I’ve had a 6 pack for 20 years…except now I’m 50. Since I entered menopause, the stomach is of course where I noticed things changing. I now have a bit of puffiness surrounding my belly button so the muscles are not peeking through like they used to. It is unbelievable watching my body change right before my eyes. I am currently on HRT pellets also.
Mee too ... and hrt .. but only function for 2 or 3 months
Intermittent fasting is the best solution. It works because it addresses the insulin resistance that occurs with menopause. Watch Dr.Jason Fung’s UA-cam.
@@karinaalmka6760 Thank you 🙏🏼 I do 16:8 IF but I guess my expectations have to be more realistic at 50 years old.
@@loveandhappiness1111 I do 18:6 and on occasion narrow the window to 20:4. I'm 62 and like you have been lifting weights and doing yoga. I also take the HRT including testosterone. (Dr. Louise Newsome is a great resource for HRT). It's the only thing that has worked. I'm sure you know this but stay away from processed foods. Focus on Protein, fats and fiber (vegis, high fiber nuts). Real food. Limit the bad carbs. If I can do it you can do it too!
@@karinaalmka6760 All of the above, but maybe I’ll try adjusting my IF window, thank you!
thanks for sharing, We all can relate to you. thank you for keeping it real and sharing this with us and saving lives
Yes! This has been so frustrating. Gives me hope that there are answers out there for this issue.
What is the thyroid and menopause conection?
My biggest fear is losing mobility/ osteoporosis
What am I scared of as I get older? Not being able to take care of myself and being a burden to those I love.
I felt like I dropped off the face of the earth when I started to go through the aging and menopause process- no prior teaching not prep was afforded and then when in - no resources to find out what to do - thank you for this - and yes - I work out 5+ days a week - running - yoga and paddle boarding - not easy stuff - and I am gaining weight - so frustrating