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Could poor methylation be responsible for your stubborn weight gain?

Could poor methylation be responsible for your stubborn weight gain?

December 4, 2024 menopause hormones weight gain methylation B Vitamins

What is Methylation?

Let’s imagine your body is an enormous Amazon Delivery Service and Methylation is the sorting, packing and delivery hub.

Every item in the warehouse (your body’s DNA, proteins, and toxins) needs a specific delivery label or barcode to be processed and sent to the right destination.

Without the correct labels:

· Packages might get lost, delayed, or misdelivered (leading to low energy, hormone imbalances, or trouble detoxing).

· The system can get overloaded, creating a huge backlog (causing inflammation or weight issues).

Rising cholesterol at Menopause

Rising cholesterol at Menopause

April 30, 2022 Hearthealth hormones menopause mediterranean diet

Menopause - women may find that their cholesterol levels rise during menopause. Research has found that menopause is associated with a more “atherogenic” (potentially damaging) lipid profile. It may be beneficial that women monitor cholesterol levels as they enter the menopausal transition to assess their risk of heart attack and stroke.