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I'm concerned about my continued weight gain (around 6 kg in past 3 years )despite improvement in diet and exercise. menapause &/or thyroid??
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Weight gain: Yes, you are correct in that it could be the thyroid or menopause. Those would be things that can be checked easily with your regular GP. I know it is frustrating and age does tend to make it harder to maintain or lose weight after 40!
Answered 5/1/2016
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Thyroid / menapause: Please do see your doc who may check your thyroid or do blood work and take history to see about menapause. Lifestyle is also a factor to consider. Peace and good health.
Answered 5/2/2016
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