Hello! I am gradually getting into a menopause and I have already noticed slight weight gain. I have never paid too much attention to my eating habits as I was thin all my life. Now, my thighs and stomach are getting bigger and bigger, and the situation concerns me. Is it ok to use diuretics and laxatives during menopause so that I can get rid of these extra ponds I gained?
Hello! I don’t think you should be thinking about laxatives and diuretics. They have a jo-jo effect, you lose water and it may seem as if you lost some weight but once you got the water back into the body, the weight comes back as well. What you should think about is changing your eating habits. I suppose this would be a good moment to start thinking that direction. A healthy diet can not only reduce the symptoms of menopause, but can also lead to a healthier lifestyle and increased energy levels. It would be best if you talked to your GP in order to get some advise on proper nutrition.