A big fear a lot of women have when getting hormone replacement treatment is that it might lead to weight gain. However, weight gain is often a side effect of menopause. So HRT might not actually cause it. As your hormones level change your body redistributes its fat. Lower estrogen levels can also lead to an increase in appetite. So sometimes you’ll find yourself eating more during menopause. To combat this it’s important to maintain a healthy diet and exercise regime during menopause. This is great if you’re concerned about weight gain or are looking to shift some postmenopause weight. Or you can check out more weight loss options here.