Menopause, Estrogen, And BODY WEIGHT

Estrogen is one of the two primary female sex hormones and is involved in the onset of puberty and the menstrual cycle.

It has many other essential functions, including:

• Helping to control blood cholesterol levels
• Promoting bone health
• Protecting the brain and mood

The Ovaries, Which Are Two Small Glands In The Lower Pelvis, Are Mainl Responsible For The Production Of Estrogen. The Adrenal Glands And Fatty Tissue Also Make Estrogen In Small Amounts.

There Are Three Main Types Of Estrogen:

• Estrone, or E1, which the body produces after menopause.
• Estradiol or E2, which women of childbearing age produce.
• Estriol or E3, which the body produces during pregnancy.

How Is Hormonal Weight Gain Diagnosed?

An evaluation with an endocrinologist can help determine if a hormonal condition is the underlying cause of weight gain.