Written by: Esté Bell, Executive Contributor
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As women transition into perimenopause and beyond, the importance of muscle mass and strength becomes increasingly evident. While we often focus on the well-known effects of hormonal changes during menopause—such as reduced estrogen levels, hormonal imbalances, and weight gain—we tend to overlook the concern for muscle loss. This age-related muscle loss, known as sarcopenia, can have far-reaching consequences beyond aesthetics.
Menopause and Muscle Mass ...
Esté Bell, Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Esté Bell is a holistic health and nutrition coach with a specific interest in sleep, stress and recovery management. As a teenager she developed disordered eating habits, followed by a diagnosis with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome a couple of years later. The resulting health and weight management issues led to a passion for holistic nutrition and the desire to help others transform their health. It was during her marriage to an emotional-abusive alcoholic that she personally experienced the importance of sleep, and stress and recovery management. She is the CEO of LevelUp Nutrition, based in South Africa, and has dedicated her life to encourage, equip and empower her clients to make change happen.
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