Revive Wellness

  If your usual diet and exercise routine aren’t working like they used to , and the scale keeps creeping up, you’re not alone. Perimenopause changes the way your body stores fat, burns calories, and processes food —but weight gain doesn’t have to be part of the deal. With the right support, you can keep your metabolism working for you , not against you. Let’s talk about what’s happening and how you can stay in control. Why Perimenopause Makes Weight Loss Harder Hormonal shifts can make it easier to gain weight and harder to lose it: Estrogen Declines (But Not in a Straight Line) , often shifting fat storage to the belly. Progesterone decreases , leading to bloating and water retention. Testosterone declines , making it tough to maintain muscle (which keeps metabolism high). Cortisol (stress hormone) rises , increasing belly fat and sugar cravings. Insulin resistance increases , making your body store more fat instead of burning it. Sound familiar? These changes don’t just affect t...

  If you’ve been eating well, exer cising, and still not seeing results, your hormones might be the real reason. Weight loss isn’t just about willpower—it’s about how your body processes food, burns fat, and regulates appetite. When hormones are out of balance, it can feel like nothing is working. Want some great news? With the right testing, therapies, and support, you can rebalance your hormones and finally see progress. Let’s break it down! 1. Insulin: The Fat-Storing Hormone High insulin levels make it easier to store fat and harder to burn it. If you struggle with cravings or stubborn belly fat, insulin resistance might be at play. How we help: GLP-1 therapy (think Ozempic) improves insulin sensitivity, while a low-glycemic nutrition plan helps keep blood sugar stable. 2. Cortisol: The Stress Hormone Chronic stress leads to high cortisol, which triggers belly fat storage, sugar cravings, and muscle loss. If you're always feeling on edge or struggling with energy crashes,...