Weight loss: Women told to cut back on a food group that will make you 'more hungry' during menopause
You may need to change what you eat during perimenopause
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Weight gain is often an inevitable part of perimenopause and many women see the pounds pile on despite not changing what they eat.
Speaking exclusively to GB News, a doctor shared diet tips that can help you get back on track during this time.
Eating a lot of high-carb foods - especially those laced with processed sugar - can wreak havoc on your hunger cues, Dr. Sue Decotiis, MD, NYC weight loss doctor explained.
Instead, she suggested picking carbohydrates that are high in fibre and making sure to eat plenty of vegetables and protein.
Sugary drinks can leave you feeling more hungry
PADr Decotiis said: "There is no phenomenal diet out there and I highly discourage any restrictive dieting.
"I always tell my patients to focus on a lower-carb diet while eating more vegetables and protein. Try eating carbs that are high in fibre and try limiting anything high in sugar, like fizzy drinks."
High-protein and high-fibre foods are very filling so can satiate slimmers while they eat fewer calories. This can give more long-term benefits than restrictive plans.
Choosing your diet plan more carefully is particularly important around menopause as eating the wrong things can lead to a spike in hunger.
The doctor continued: "When people age, they become more insulin resistant. When you’re more insulin resistant and have a really sugary food or drink, you will become more hungry after.
"Estrogen plays a crucial role in weight loss. It affects appetite and metabolism.
"Women’s estrogen levels fluctuate with their menstrual cycle and decline with age, particularly after 26 or 27, and more steeply during and after menopause."
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Avocados and eggs on toast is a healthy, balanced meal for weight loss and maintenance GETTYExperts shared three balanced meals that are high in protein and can help slimmers feel full.
This included eating avocado with eggs. The experts said: "Avocados are full of healthy fats, which help to maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
"Boiled eggs are also packed with protein - an essential part of an athlete’s diet for building muscle and strength. Protein... is hugely effective for strengthening muscles and reducing the risk of injury. Protein is also an essential component of our immune system to help fight off illness.
"Sourdough toast is rich in complex carbohydrates which will help fuel the athlete’s training. Carbohydrates can also help to reduce inflammation."