Diana Bitner, MD, is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and a certified menopause practitioner. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is a member of the Spectrum Health Medical Group. As the body transitions into menopause, many things change. In fact, menopause may change your body shape significantly.
Hormone Replacement Therapy may contribute to weight gain and fat distribution changes. The metabolism also slows as the body ages. Activity often decreases as people age, so calories aren't burned up as easily.
Listen in as Dr. Diana Bitner discusses weight gain in menopause.
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Weight Gain in Menopause
Guest
: Diana Bitner, MD
From the Show: Health Radio
Summary: How can you control menopause weight gain?
Air Date: 3/2/16
Duration: 10
Host: Melanie Cole, MS
