This explains why women suffer more heartburn, upset stomachs, gallstones and general digestive problems during this time. It also effects how we burn calories and increases our sensitivity to glucose or sugar. Estradiol, a potent form of estrogen, controls our appetites. When this level drops, the enzyme that signals the gallbladder to empty is not released until later in the digestive process. Thus we never feel full.
Carbohydrates also plays a role by causing blood sugars to rise, resulting in increased hunger.
Lorrian discovered which helped to bring her weight under control. Although The Menopause Diet contains recipes, The Menopause Diet Mini Meal Cookbook is what you need. This cookbook contains recipes formulated using the principles of the menopause diet. Recipes include soups, meat and meatless dishes, vegetables, desserts, sauces and much more. The recipes are easy to follow and use common ingredients.